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Harry Collingwood was the pseudonym of William Joseph Cosens Lancaster who went to sea at 15 but had to abandon his naval career due to severe myopia. He went on to write 23 nautically based novels, of which this, first published in 1895, tells the story of a young midshipman's... Read Full Overview

"The Pirate Slaver" from Harry Collingwood. An author of nautical and piratical fiction (1851-1922).

Reproduction of the original: The Pirate Slaver by Harry Collingwood

Reproduction of the original: The Pirate Slaver by Harry Collingwood

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The Pirate Slaver

The Pirate Slaver: A Story of the West African Coast by Harry Collingwood. This is a very well-written book, especially from the nautical point of view. It is written as by a midshipman in a British warship patrolling the west coast of Africa, especially the Congo area, to try... Read Full Overview

Set in the mid-1800s, this classic adventure story follows the exploits of a young British sailor who finds himself caught up in the dangerous world of piracy and slavery. From sea battles to daring escapes, Harry Collingwood's book is sure to thrill readers who love tales... Read Full Overview