Great Sea StoriesGood Press, 26. nov. 2019 - 349 sider In 'Great Sea Stories,' Various authors have beautifully crafted tales of adventure and danger on the high seas, showcasing the vast and unpredictable nature of the ocean. The collection spans different literary styles including classic adventure, mystery, and survival, providing a comprehensive look at the challenges and excitement of maritime life. Each story is expertly written, immersing the reader in the vivid settings and complex characters that populate these narratives. This anthology is a masterful display of storytelling that will captivate readers with its engrossing tales of maritime exploits. Fans of maritime literature will appreciate the diverse range of stories included in this compilation, each offering a unique perspective on the sea and those who navigate its waters. 'Great Sea Stories' is a must-read for anyone interested in the mysteries and dangers of the open ocean, offering a glimpse into the thrilling world of nautical literature. |
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... shouted. "Drake took Nombre de Dios, we can take La Guayra." And every voice shouted, "Yes." "We will have it, Amyas, and have Frank too, yet," cried Cary; but Amyas shook his head. He knew, and knew not why he knew, that all the ports ...
... shouted. "Drake took Nombre de Dios, we can take La Guayra." And every voice shouted, "Yes." "We will have it, Amyas, and have Frank too, yet," cried Cary; but Amyas shook his head. He knew, and knew not why he knew, that all the ports ...
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... shouting defiance up the breeze, from a dozen brazen throats, which two or three answer lustily from the Rose, from whose poop flies the flag of England, and from her fore the arms of Leigh and Cary side by side, and over them the ship ...
... shouting defiance up the breeze, from a dozen brazen throats, which two or three answer lustily from the Rose, from whose poop flies the flag of England, and from her fore the arms of Leigh and Cary side by side, and over them the ship ...
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... shouted Amyas, as cheers rent the welkin. "She has struck," cried some, as the deafening hurrahs died away. "Not a bit," said Amyas. "Hold on, helmsman, and leave her to patch her tackle while we settle the galleys." On they shot ...
... shouted Amyas, as cheers rent the welkin. "She has struck," cried some, as the deafening hurrahs died away. "Not a bit," said Amyas. "Hold on, helmsman, and leave her to patch her tackle while we settle the galleys." On they shot ...
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... shouted Cary, who had his cue. And a flight of arrows from the forecastle rattled upon the galley's quarter-deck. Hit or not hit, the steersman lost his nerve, and shrank from the coming shock. The galley's helm went up to port, and her ...
... shouted Cary, who had his cue. And a flight of arrows from the forecastle rattled upon the galley's quarter-deck. Hit or not hit, the steersman lost his nerve, and shrank from the coming shock. The galley's helm went up to port, and her ...
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... shouting in Spanish, "Freedom to the slaves! death to the masters!" clambered into the forecastle, followed close by ... shouted he. "Throw us a hammer down, men. Hark! there's an English voice!" There is indeed. From amid the wreck of ...
... shouting in Spanish, "Freedom to the slaves! death to the masters!" clambered into the forecastle, followed close by ... shouted he. "Throw us a hammer down, men. Hark! there's an English voice!" There is indeed. From amid the wreck of ...
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THE CRUISE OF THE TORCH | |
THE MERCHANTMAN AND THE PIRATE | |
NARRATIVE OF THE MUTINY OF THE BOUNTY | |
FATE OF THE MUTINEERSCOLONY OF PITCAIRNS ISLAND | |
THE CAPTURE OF THE GREAT WHITE WHALE | |
SECOND | |
THIRD | |
THE CORVETTE CLAYMORE | |
THE MERCHANTS | |
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