02258cam a22003373u 4500 21073 UtSlPG 20260610133504.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Collingwood, Harry, 1851-1922 A Pirate of the Caribbees Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-04-13 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England "A Pirate of the Caribbees" by Harry Collingwood is a naval adventure novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around a young officer named Courtenay, who embarks on a mission to confront a notorious pirate named Morillo while navigating the dangers of naval warfare. The narrative promises an engaging blend of thrilling battles, shipwrecks, and tumultuous weather, offering a captivating glimpse into life at sea during a time when piracy and naval conflict were prevalent. The opening of the novel introduces us to Courtenay aboard H.M. frigate "Althea", where he is awakened from his slumber to take over watch duty. The foggy, calm atmosphere sets a tense mood as the crew anticipates potential encounters with enemy ships, given the backdrop of ongoing wars with France, Spain, and Holland. As the narrative unfolds, Courtenay spots two frigates that carry the French flag, signaling imminent conflict. The excitement builds as they prepare for battle, showcasing the camaraderie and discipline among the crew amid the chaos of naval warfare. The start of this adventure hints at a story filled with high stakes, bravery, and treachery in the Caribbean waters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Sea stories Pirates -- Juvenile fiction Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction Lacy, Charles John de, 1856-1930? https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21073 62299 62299