Publisher's Synopsis
The Captive of the Smugglers is a novel written by John Masefield and published in 1918. The story revolves around a young boy named Dick Stapleton who is kidnapped by a group of smugglers while on a fishing trip with his father. Dick is taken aboard their ship and forced to work for them, but he eventually manages to escape and is rescued by a group of sailors. Along the way, he encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a brave and resourceful girl named Mary, who helps him in his quest for freedom. The novel is set in the late 18th century and is full of adventure, danger, and suspense. It is a classic tale of a young hero's journey to overcome adversity and find his way home. Masefield's vivid descriptions of the sea and the English coastline add to the atmosphere of the story, making it a thrilling read for anyone interested in historical fiction or adventure novels.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.
