The Jolly Roger Boxed-Set - 80+ Novels Stories Legends & History of the True Buccaneers

Edgar Allan Poe, Charles Dickens, Alexandre Dumas, L. Frank Baum, Washington Irving, James Fenimore Cooper, Robert Louis Stevenson, William Hope Hodgson, Frederick Marryat, Howard Pyle, Walter Scott, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Charles Johnson, G. A. Henty, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert E. Howard, J. Allan Dunn, Max Pemberton, R. M. Ballantyne, Harold MacGrath, Richard Le Gallienne, Jack London

Summary

In 'The Jolly Roger Boxed-Set', an anthology teeming with tales of adventure and the high seas, readers embark on a journey through a panorama of narrative styles and epochs. This collection showcases the evolution of adventure literature, with works ranging from gothic to romantic, and realism to pulp fiction, thereby capturing the swashbuckling zest and perilous escapades synonymous with pirate lore. While each story stands alone in its portrayal of buoyant heroes and villains, the anthology is skillfully tied together by a common thread of thrill and the unyielding human spirit against all odds, making it an indispensable resource in the study of genre diversity. The authors and editors, each formidable in their own right, hail from the 18th to early 20th centuries, a period rich with literary innovation. This era saw the blending of historical narratives with burgeoning literary forms, leading to the distinct genre of adventure fiction displayed across these pages. United in this collection are voices from both sides of the Atlantic, highlighting the global appeal and universal themes of courage, exploration, and the quest for freedom, beautifully encapsulating the essence of the time. Distinguished scholars and avid readers alike will find 'The Jolly Roger Boxed-Set' not only a thrilling voyage into the tumultuous waters of pirate narrations but also a lens through which to explore diverse literary methodologies and philosophical undertones. This anthology promises an enriching experience, as it not only entertains but educates, ensuring a deeper appreciation of how adventure literature has shaped and been shaped by history. Each page invites the reader to weave through the tapestry of storied bravado and to indulge in the rich dialogue among some of the greatest minds in literary history.

Available since: 01/04/2022.

Print length: 11554 pages.

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