The Kingston, William Henry Giles 1814-1880 creator Tilney, F. C. (Frederick Colin) 1870-1951 text utu 2007 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Pirate of the Mediterranean: A Tale of the Sea" by W.H.G. Kingston is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of Malta and focuses on the adventurous lives of naval officers and their encounters with pirates in the Mediterranean Sea. Key characters include midshipmen Jack Raby and Jemmy Duff, as well as the mysterious Greek pirate who preys on merchant ships. At the start of the tale, readers are introduced to the vibrant setting of Malta, a crossroads of cultures and history. The opening chapters depict midshipmen arriving on the island and establishing their camaraderie while encountering various local characters, including sailors and beggars. Through lively conversations and the excitement of impending naval action, the groundwork is laid for a plot filled with adventure, romance, and danger as the midshipmen become intertwined with the pirate world. The Greek pirates, specifically one named Zappa, are foreshadowed as a central threat, promising thrilling confrontations in the unfolding narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2007-05-09 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England Original publication data not identified Pirates -- Juvenile fiction Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction Mediterranean Sea -- Juvenile fiction PZ Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21403 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/21403 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133507.0 21403