Publisher's Synopsis
The Privateer: Or The Black Boatswain Of The Atlantic is a novel written by Alexander Jones and originally published in 1846. The story follows the adventures of a privateer, or a pirate authorized by a government, named Black Boatswain as he sails the Atlantic Ocean. Black Boatswain is a notorious figure, feared by sailors and respected by his crew. The novel is set during the Napoleonic Wars, and Black Boatswain is initially hired by the British to attack French ships. However, he soon becomes disillusioned with the war and decides to strike out on his own.The Privateer is a classic adventure novel, full of action, suspense, and intrigue. It takes readers on a thrilling journey through the high seas, as Black Boatswain battles other pirates, evades the authorities, and searches for treasure. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including a beautiful woman who becomes his love interest.Despite its focus on piracy and adventure, The Privateer also explores deeper themes, such as the nature of justice and the morality of war. Black Boatswain is a complex character, torn between his loyalty to his crew and his own sense of right and wrong. The novel raises questions about the legitimacy of privateering and the role of the state in regulating piracy.Overall, The Privateer: Or The Black Boatswain Of The Atlantic is a gripping and entertaining novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction, adventure stories, and pirate tales.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.
