The Moral Pirates (1881)

""The Moral Pirates"" is a novel written by William Livingston Alden and originally published in 1881. The story revolves around a group of pirates who, unlike their notorious counterparts, have a strict moral code that they follow. The main character, Captain George Roberts, is a former naval officer who becomes a pirate after being wrongfully accused of treason. He forms a crew of like-minded individuals who only attack ships that are engaged in illegal activities, such as the slave trade. The novel explores themes of morality, justice, and the consequences of one's actions. It also features elements of romance and adventure, as Captain Roberts falls in love with a woman he rescues from a slave ship. Overall, ""The Moral Pirates"" is a unique take on the pirate genre, offering a refreshing perspective on a group of characters who are typically portrayed as ruthless and amoral.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.