Fanny Campbell, The Female Pirate Captain: A Tale of The Revolution by Ballou

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Author Ballou, Maturin M. (Maturin Murray), 1820-1895
Title Fanny Campbell, The Female Pirate Captain: A Tale of The Revolution
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Summary "Fanny Campbell, The Female Pirate Captain: A Tale of The Revolution" by Maturin Murray Ballou is a historical novel written in the early 19th century. Set against the backdrop of the American Revolution, it recounts the adventures of Fanny Campbell, a brave and independent young woman, and her love interest, William Lovell, as they navigate the turbulent events leading to America's fight for independence. The narrative hints at themes of love, bravery, and the struggles faced by individuals during this transformative period in history. The opening portion introduces readers to the quaint fishing village of Lynn, Massachusetts, where Fanny Campbell and William Lovell grow up amidst the looming tensions of revolution. Their innocent love and aspirations are intricately intertwined with their surroundings and the historical events developing around them. William, eager for adventure, embarks on a dangerous journey at sea, setting the stage for the challenges that Fanny will face and the transformation that may lead her to become an unexpected hero in her own right. Meanwhile, the preface indicates that the story will meld romantic elements with historical facts, promising a blend of fiction and the realities of a significant era in American history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Sea stories
Subject War stories
Subject United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Fiction
Subject Women pirates -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 47430
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 21, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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