Publisher's Synopsis
The Phantom Ship is a classic nautical adventure novel written by Captain Frederick Marryat. The story follows the journey of a young sailor named Philip Vanderdecken, who sets out to find his father, the captain of the cursed ship, the Flying Dutchman. Along the way, Philip encounters a series of thrilling adventures, including battles with pirates, storms at sea, and encounters with supernatural forces. As he gets closer to his father's ship, Philip begins to unravel the mystery of the Phantom Ship and its haunted crew. Marryat's vivid descriptions of life at sea and his knowledge of sailing make The Phantom Ship a gripping and authentic tale of adventure and mystery. The novel is set in the 19th century and is full of historical details, such as the use of tall ships and the dangers of navigating uncharted waters. The characters are well-developed and the plot is full of twists and turns, keeping the reader engaged until the very end. The Phantom Ship is a timeless classic that has been enjoyed by generations of readers. It is a must-read for anyone who loves adventure stories, nautical fiction, or tales of the supernatural.1896. Marryat, English novelist who began writing after a distinguished career in the British Navy. The Phantom Ship is the tale of Philip Vanderdecken's search for his cursed father and the Dutchman's ghostly crew. Maritime legend holds that a spectral ship, The Flying Dutchman, haunts the seas around the Cape of Good Hope. Philip Vanderdecken's father is the captain of that ship, condemned to sail and torment sailors until the Day of Judgment. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
