The Privateer by Josephine Tey

Name: The Privateer
Author: Josephine Tey

The Privateer is a historical novel set in the 18th century, during the American Revolution. It follows the story of Captain John Paul Jones, a Scottish-born sailor who became an American naval hero. Jones is sent on a mission to capture a British privateer, the HMS Drake, and its captain, the notorious pirate, Captain William Kidd. Jones and his crew face many dangers and obstacles as they pursue the Drake across the Atlantic. Along the way, they must battle storms, enemy ships, and their own inner demons. As the mission progresses, Jones and his crew come to understand the true cost of war and the importance of loyalty and friendship. The Privateer is an exciting and thrilling adventure story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. It is a vivid and detailed look at the life of a sailor during the American Revolution, and a testament to the courage and determination of the men who fought for freedom.

By Josephine Tey · First published 1952 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 18 chapters · 96,684 words

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[Elizabeth MacKintosh, a.k.a. Gordon Daviot, a.k.a. Josephine Tey]

Below the veranda in the noon sunlight stood a cluster of slaves and bond-servants, bright and noisy as macaws.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Josephine Tey
Date: 1952 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance
Length: 96,684 words
Structure: 18 chapters, 2,831 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Historical Fiction — The Privateer is set in the 18th century and follows the story of a Scottish privateer, making it a historical fiction novel.
Adventure — The Privateer follows the protagonist's adventures as a privateer, making it an adventure novel.
Romance — The Privateer features a romantic subplot between the protagonist and a woman he meets, making it a romance novel.