Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Paul Jones is a historical biography written by John Henry Sherburne and originally published in 1825. The book chronicles the life of American naval commander John Paul Jones, who became known as the ""Father of the American Navy"" for his role in the American Revolution. Sherburne's account is based on original documents in his possession, which provide a unique perspective on Jones's life and career. The book covers Jones's early years in Scotland, his early naval career, his service in the Continental Navy during the American Revolution, and his later years as a naval officer in Europe. The Life of Paul Jones is a detailed and engaging account of one of America's most important naval commanders. It provides a fascinating look at the life and times of John Paul Jones and the role he played in shaping American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
