The Strange Adventures of Captain Dangerous, Vol. 1 by George Augustus Sala

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Author Sala, George Augustus, 1828-1895
Title The Strange Adventures of Captain Dangerous, Vol. 1
Who was a sailor, a soldier, a merchant, a spy, a slave
among the moors...
Note Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Strange Adventures of Captain Dangerous, Vol. 1" by George Augustus Sala is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The narrative follows the life of Captain John Dangerous, a man of many adventures who reflects on his diverse experiences as a soldier, sailor, merchant, and more, while now living in Hanover Square at the age of sixty-eight. The book is set against the backdrop of the 18th century, portraying a world vastly different from the modern one, filled with exploration, political strife, and the complex lives of its characters. At the start of the book, Captain Dangerous introduces himself and describes his life in retrospect. He takes pride in his accomplishments while expressing a defiant attitude toward his detractors, underscoring his adventurous past and how he has navigated controversies surrounding his reputation. His narrative provides insight into his beliefs about honor, his connections to warfare, and a sense of familial love for his daughter Lilias. As he details the layers of his identity and past adventures, including interactions with historical events and figures, readers glimpse how the author blends personal history with the broader societal context of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Adventure and adventurers -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 26667
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 4, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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