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The Dark Frigate: Wherein Is Told the Story of Philip Marsham Who Lived in the Time of King Charles and Was Bred a Sailor but Came Home to England ...
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General FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025588421
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 262
Weight: 0.82
Height: 0.55 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Dark Frigate is a gripping tale of seafaring adventure set during the turbulent reign of King Charles I. The story follows the life of Philip Marsham, a young man bred to the sea from a young age, whose journey takes a dramatic turn when he is forced to flee his home and seek refuge aboard the Rose of Devon. What begins as a standard merchant voyage quickly descends into a world of peril and high-stakes conflict as the crew encounters a ruthless band of pirates.
Through treacherous waters and lawless encounters on the high seas, Philip must navigate the moral complexities of his situation while striving to maintain his integrity among men who have abandoned all law. This classic work captures the essence of 17th-century maritime life, blending rich historical detail with the timeless allure of the pirate genre. Charles Boardman Hawes provides a vivid portrayal of life on the deck, from the discipline of naval tradition to the chaos of shipboard skirmishes. The Dark Frigate stands as a significant contribution to adventure literature, offering readers an atmospheric window into a past age of exploration, danger, and the brutal realities of the golden age of piracy.
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