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The Sea-hawk

His Odyssey

Publisher: Good Press

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Summary

Sir Oliver Tressilian, a Cornish gentleman, finds shelter in the Middle East after his half-brother's treachery almost gets him sold into slavery. He converts to Islam, joins the Barbary pirates' ranks, and builds a fearsome reputation as Sakr-el-Bahr, the Sea-Hawk, waiting for his opportunity to avenge the fate that has been visited upon him.
Available since: 11/19/2019.
Print length: 289 pages.

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