Synopses & Reviews
Fed up with an outlaw existence, Calico Jack Rackam swears off the pirate life, until he meets Anne Bonny, a woman who would as soon stab a man as give him a good tumblethat is, unless he's a pirate. Soon Jack finds himself out on the high seas, with Anne by his side and his men spoiling for action.
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"Nelson's portrayal of the pirate menace and its unique seagoing society is thorough, accurate, colorful, and utterly convincing, providing a full broadside of reading entertainment." —Publishers Weekly
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"[Nelson is] a master of both his period and the English language." —Patrick O'Brian
Synopsis
Based on the true story of two women fated to become pirates and the man who accepted them as equals. James Nelson takes the real, historical record on Mary, Anne, and Jack and adds to it the rich tapestry of imagination, bringing these figures and their times to life.
About the Author
James Nelson, a former professional sailor, is committed to bringing to life, through fiction and nonfiction, America's historical connection with the sea. His writing covers a wide range of America's maritime heritage, from piracy in Colonial Virginia to the naval action of the Civil War. He lives in Harpswell, Maine.