Blackbeard; Or, The Pirate of Roanoke. by B. Barker
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| Author | Barker, B. (Benjamin) |
|---|---|
| Title | Blackbeard; Or, The Pirate of Roanoke. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Blackbeard; Or, The Pirate of Roanoke" by B. Barker is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. Set against the backdrop of early 18th century piracy, the story follows the notorious pirate Blackbeard as he crosses paths with the Earl of Derwentwater and his companions on the remote island of Trinidad. The narrative explores themes of adventure, romance, and betrayal as the characters navigate their perilous encounters with the pirate. At the start of the tale, a party led by the Earl of Derwentwater lands on Trinidad to explore its natural beauty, only to encounter strange sounds and the foreboding presence of Blackbeard himself. As the group admires the island, discussions of beauty turn into tension when the pirate makes his entrance, ultimately capturing the characters in a web of danger. The opening chapters introduce key figures, including the Earl, his beautiful niece Mary Hamilton, and the curious Ellen Armstrong, setting the stage for their impending struggles against Blackbeard’s ruthless intentions. Ellen, who expresses fear about the mysterious nature of the island, becomes a pivotal character as the pirate's motivations and familial ties come into play. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Pirates -- Fiction |
| Subject | Teach, Edward, -1718 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Roanoke River Valley (Va. and N.C.) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17863 |
| Release Date | Feb 26, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 80 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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