Blackbeard: Buccaneer
Jan 2020 · Otbebookpublishing
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This book was written over 90 years ago and is set in Charles town, Carolina in 1718. The protagonist is Jack Cockrell, a young man from a good background. The tale follows his adventures and they involve Stede Bonnet & Edward "Blackbeard" Teach. Excerpt: "The year of 1718 seems very dim and far away, but the tall lad who sauntered down to the harbour of Charles Town, South Carolina, on a fine, bright morning, was much like the youngsters of this generation. His clothes were quite different, it is true, and he lived in a queer, rough world, but he detested grammar and arithmetic and loved adventure, and would have made a sturdy tackle for a modern high-school football team. He wore a peaked straw hat of Indian[8] weave, a linen shirt open at the throat, short breeches with silver buckles at the knees, and a flint-lock pistol hung from his leather belt. He passed by scattered houses and stores which were mere log huts loopholed for defence, with shutters and doors of hewn plank heavy enough to stop a musket ball. The unpaved lanes wandered between mud holes in which pigs wallowed enjoyably. Negro slaves, half-naked and bearing heavy burdens, jabbered the dialects of the African jungle from which they had been kidnapped a few months before. Yemassee Indians clad in tanned deer-skins bartered with the merchants and hid their hatred of the English. Jovial, hard-riding gentlemen galloped in from the indigo plantations and dismounted at the tavern to drink and gamble and fight duels at the smallest excuse. Young Jack Cockrell paid scant heed to these accustomed sights but walked as far as the wharf built of palmetto piling. The wide harbour and the sea that flashed beyond the outer bar were ruffled by a piping breeze out of the northeast. The only vessel at anchor was a heavily sparred brig whose bulwarks were high enough to hide the rows of cannon behind the closed ports."
This book was written over 90 years ago and is set in Charles town, Carolina in 1718. The protagonist is Jack Cockrell, a young man from a good background. The tale follows his adventures and they involve Stede Bonnet & Edward "Blackbeard" Teach. Excerpt: "The year of 1718 seems very dim and far ...
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Ralph Delahaye Paine (1871-1925) was an American journalist and author whose adventurous spirit and vivid storytelling captivated readers in the early 20th century. Born in Lemont, Illinois, Paine's early life was marked by a restless curiosity that led him to Yale University, where he became a member of the prestigious Skull and Bones society. His tenure at Yale, however, was cut short due to a scandal involving a prank that led to his expulsion—a controversy that only added to his roguish allure.Paine's career as a journalist took him to the front lines of the Spanish-American War, where he served as a correspondent. His firsthand experiences in conflict zones lent authenticity and urgency to his writing, making him a sought-after war correspondent. Transitioning from journalism to fiction, Paine's works often revolved around themes of adventure, maritime exploits, and the indomitable human spirit. His ability to blend factual accuracy with compelling narratives earned him a loyal readership.A contemporary of Jack London and Joseph Conrad, Paine's influence on the adventure genre was significant. He championed the idea of the rugged individualist, a theme that resonated deeply in an America grappling with rapid industrialization and social change. His tales of high seas and heroic endeavors provided an escapist thrill while subtly critiquing the encroaching modernity of his time.Paine's legacy is one of a daring storyteller who lived as boldly as his characters, leaving an indelible mark on American literature. His life and works continue to intrigue modern readers, offering a window into a bygone era of exploration and adventure.
Ralph Delahaye Paine (1871-1925) was an American journalist and author whose adventurous spirit and vivid storytelling captivated readers in the early 20th century. Born in Lemont, Illinois, Paine's early life was marked by a restless curiosity that led him to Yale University, where he became a m...
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