The Life Of Paul Jones V1

By Alexander Slidell MacKenzie

Book Overview

The Life of Paul Jones V1 is a biography written by Alexander Slidell Mackenzie about the life and adventures of John Paul Jones, a naval commander during the American Revolution. The book is the first volume of a two-part series that covers Jones' life from his early years in Scotland to his rise as a successful naval commander in the United States. Mackenzie provides a detailed account of Jones' naval battles, including his famous victory against the British ship Serapis. The book also explores Jones' personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with finances. Mackenzie draws from primary sources, such as letters and journals, to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of Jones' life. The Life of Paul Jones V1 is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, naval warfare, or the life of this fascinating figure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1425488889
• ISBN13: 9781425488888
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"