The Pirate

Autori

• Walter Scott

Parametri

• 492 pagine
• 18 ore di lettura

• Avventura
• Classici
• Narrativa
• Prosa storica
• Scozia

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Set against the backdrop of Shetland, the narrative follows Basil Merton and his son Mordaunt, who seek a peaceful life away from civilization. Mordaunt's friendships with the Troil sisters, Brenda and Minna, are disrupted by the arrival of Captain Cleveland and his crew, whose pirate lifestyle brings chaos to the island. As Captain Cleveland pursues Minna, tensions rise, leading to a clash between love and deception. Sir Walter Scott's tale intricately weaves themes of adventure, romance, and the unique culture of 17th-century pirates, offering a vivid reading experience for modern audiences.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2021