The Privateersman And The Dog Fiend: Or Snarley Yow (1898)
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ISBN10: 1164138510
ISBN13: 9781164138518
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 702
Weight: 2.03
Height: 1.40 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781164138518
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 702
Weight: 2.03
Height: 1.40 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Privateersman and the Dog Fiend: Or Snarley Yow is a novel written by Frederick Marryat and published in 1898. The story is set in the early 19th century and follows the adventures of a privateersman named Captain Cornelius Vanslyperken and his encounters with a vicious dog named Snarley Yow. The dog is rumored to be supernatural and is believed to have the power to curse those who cross its path. As the story unfolds, Captain Vanslyperken becomes obsessed with capturing Snarley Yow and claiming the bounty that has been placed on its head. However, his pursuit of the dog leads him down a dangerous path, and he soon discovers that there is more to Snarley Yow than meets the eye. The novel is a blend of adventure, mystery, and supernatural elements, and it offers a vivid portrayal of life at sea during the early 19th century. Marryat's writing style is engaging and immersive, and he brings the characters and settings to life with his vivid descriptions and attention to detail. Overall, The Privateersman and the Dog Fiend: Or Snarley Yow is a thrilling and entertaining read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction and adventure novels.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.
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