Paul Jones by Hutchins Hapgood
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"Paul Jones" by Hutchins Hapgood is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life of John Paul Jones, a prominent naval commander during the American Revolutionary War, and presents an exploration of his relentless pursuit of honor, distinction, and authority at sea. This narrative unfolds against the backdrop of significant historical events, showcasing Jones's adventures, challenges, and ambitions. The opening of the biography outlines John
Paul Jones's early life and formative experiences that shaped him into a daring naval leader. Born in a modest Scottish family, he demonstrated exceptional seamanship from a young age, ultimately shifting his path toward a life of adventure on the high seas. As he moves from being a shipmaster's apprentice to commander, key incidents from his early voyages, including his involvement in the slave trade and his fierce temperament, are highlighted. Jones’s aspirations for recognition and prowess become increasingly evident as he navigates his way into a pivotal role within the nascent American navy, setting the stage for his future exploits that would make him a legendary figure in naval history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Hapgood, Hutchins, 1869-1944 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 01026931 |
| Title | Paul Jones |
| Series Title | Riverside Biographical Series, number 12 |
| Credits |
Produced by Martin Pettit and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E201: History: America: Revolution (1775-1783) |
| Subject | Biography |
| Subject | Jones, John Paul, 1747-1792 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 28633 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-28633-4 |
| Release Date | Apr 29, 2009 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1132 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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