The Jolly Roger Boxed-Set (eBook)

80+ Novels, Stories, Legends & History of the True Buccaneers

Charles Dickens, Robert Louis Stevenson, James Fenimore Cooper, Edgar Allan Poe, William Hope Hodgson, Howard Pyle, Jack London, Arthur Conan Doyle, Richard Le Gallienne, Walter Scott, Alexandre Dumas, Frederick Marryat, Washington Irving, Harold Macgrath, Max Pemberton, L. Frank Baum, R. M. Ballantyne, G. A. Henty, J. Allan Dunn, Robert E. Howard, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Charles Johnson (Autoren)

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2023
11554 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654778674-0 (EAN)

Infos

The Jolly Roger Boxed-Set sails the high seas of literary accomplishments, bringing together a diverse array of works that celebrate the pirate theme across genres and eras. This remarkable anthology encompasses an expansive range of styles from the gothic and adventurous to the contemplative and imaginative, capturing the essence of maritime lore. Through stories that transport readers from shrouded New England coastlines to far-flung tropical archipelagos, the collection stands united under the Jolly Roger flag, symbolizing the rebellious and indomitable spirit of pirate tales through the ages. Standout pieces among the collection include tales of high adventure and existential musings upon the freedom found beyond the horizon. The authors featured within this anthology span a broad historical and cultural spectrum, with literary giants like Charles Dickens, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Edgar Allan Poe, whose works are aligned with Romantic and Gothic traditions, to more modern writers such as F. Scott Fitzgerald and Robert E. Howard. These voices, drawn from various literary movements, transcend the constraints of their time, blending classical storytelling with innovative approaches to piracy and adventure. Their collective output captures the rich tapestry of pirate lore, reflecting both personal and collective obsessions with exploration, freedom, and rebellion. An indispensable collection, The Jolly Roger Boxed-Set offers readers a unique exploration into the multifaceted world of pirate literature, making it an essential addition to any literary aficionado'Äôs library. This anthology not only educates but invites readers to engage with the kaleidoscope of styles and narratives, each adding depth to the understanding of seafaring legends. Immerse yourself in this treasure trove of tales, where the waves of literary tradition crash upon the shores of reader imagination, fostering an insightful dialogue across epochs and genres.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 22.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Krimi / Thriller / Horror
• Schlagworte: Adventure stories Caribbean • Black Coral • classic and contemporary anthology • classic sea novels • Diverse literary styles • Golden Age of Piracy • gothic horror anthology • Herman Melville • high seas adventure • historical exploration stories • historical pirate fiction • In the Heart of the Sea • Literary pirate collection • Nautical fiction box set • Notorious pirates history • pioneering adventure fiction • pirate adventure tales • Pirate legends anthology • romanticism to realism • sea voyages literature • swashbuckling escapades collection • The Seahorse Cottage • Treasure Island • twentieth century consciousness • Victorian morality tales