The Strange Adventures of Captain Dangerous, Vol. 3 by George Augustus Sala
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| Author | Sala, George Augustus, 1828-1895 |
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| Title |
The Strange Adventures of Captain Dangerous, Vol. 3 Who was a sailor, a soldier, a merchant, a spy, a slave among the moors... |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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Produced by Robert Cicconetti, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Summary | "The Strange Adventures of Captain Dangerous, Vol. 3" by George Augustus Sala is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. This tale features the character of Captain Dangerous, a man of diverse experiences serving as a soldier, sailor, merchant, and even a spy among Moors, revealing the multifaceted adventures and trials he faces throughout his life. The narrative showcases his escapades with a blend of humor and dramatic encounters, promising a thrilling exploration of his roguish character and life lessons along the way. At the start of the narrative, Captain Dangerous reflects on his life, detailing his troubles with love and fortune after leaving the Tower where he was held. He emphasizes his determination to make a name for himself despite having little money or connections. With witty anecdotes, he shares stories of his interactions with various societal figures and his escapades in gambling, which ultimately lead to a tumultuous marriage with the duplicitous Madam Taffetas. The beginning sets the stage for further adventures as the Captain embarks on a global voyage filled with danger and chance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Adventure and adventurers -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26669 |
| Release Date | Sep 19, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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