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The Dark Frigate

Charles Boardman Hawes

Publisher: Racehorse Publishing

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Summary

This Newbery Medal-winning classic of children’s literature tells a swashbuckling tale of adventure on the high seas during the Age of Sail. 
 
England, seventeenth century. When a terrible accident forces Philip Marsham to flee from London, the young orphan takes to the sea on a frigate bound for Newfoundland. As a crewmember aboard the “Rose of Devon”, Philip shows himself to be capable and brave. But his adventure takes a dangerous turn when the ship is seized by pirates! Forced to join their number, Philip finds himself thrust headlong into world of bloody battles and merciless cutthroats.
Available since: 01/05/2021.
Print length: 119 pages.

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