The story revolves around Philip Nolan, an American who renounces his citizenship after being accused of treason for aiding Aaron Burr's conspiracy. The narrative follows Nolan's life from 1807 to 1863, during which he is forced to wander the seas, never allowed to set foot in any country.
By Edward Everett Hale · First published 1863 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Political Fiction, Short Story