Murray, Jocelyn
The English Pirate
- ISBN 13:
- 9781548091347
- author:
- Murray, Jocelyn
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 348
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 2 centimetres (0.5
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Historical Fiction, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The English Pirate by Jocelyn Murray follows James Blackburn as he navigates a life of piracy in 17th-century England. After his privateering commissions are annulled, he turns to raiding Spanish merchant ships without authorization, branding him a pirate. This high-seas adventure takes him across the Atlantic Ocean and into the Mediterranean, where he faces international intrigue, seaborne battles, and personal honor. As Blackburn's career as a sea rover unfolds, he must confront the consequences of his actions and the complexities of his own identity. With its blend of piracy, plunder, and daring exploits, this tale is a gripping account of life on the high seas during a tumultuous period in history. Through Blackburn's story, Murray explores themes of courage, love, and personal honor, set against the rich backdrop of 17th-century maritime history.
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