Publisher's Synopsis
The Noank's Log: A Privateer of the Revolution is a historical novel written by William Osborn Stoddard and first published in 1900. The book tells the story of a young man named Jack Hazard who becomes a privateer during the American Revolution. Jack is from the small town of Noank, Connecticut and is eager to join the fight for independence. He signs on as a crew member of the privateer ship, the Yankee, and sails off to battle the British navy.The book follows Jack's adventures at sea as he fights against the British and navigates the dangerous waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Along the way, he makes friends with his fellow crew members and falls in love with a young woman named Rose. The Noank's Log also provides a detailed look at life on a privateer ship during the Revolutionary War, including the challenges of living and fighting in close quarters with other men.Throughout the book, Stoddard weaves in historical events and figures, such as the Battle of Valcour Island and the notorious pirate Blackbeard. The Noank's Log is a thrilling adventure story that offers readers a glimpse into the world of privateering during the American Revolution. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the United States or naval warfare.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.
