The Pirate of the Mediterranean: A Tale of the Sea by William Henry Giles Kingston

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Author Kingston, William Henry Giles, 1814-1880
Illustrator Tilney, F. C. (Frederick Colin), 1870-1951
Title The Pirate of the Mediterranean: A Tale of the Sea
Note Reading ease score: 70.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
Summary "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.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Pirates -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Seafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Mediterranean Sea -- Juvenile fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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