The Dealings of Captain Sharkey, and Other Tales of Pirates
By Arthur Conan Doyle
Length5h 16m
About this audiobook
In 'The Dealings of Captain Sharkey, and Other Tales of Pirates,' Arthur Conan Doyle crafts a collection of maritime adventures that vividly resurrects the swashbuckling spirit of piracy during the Golden Age. Featuring a diverse array of characters and gripping plots, the book employs Doyle's characteristic narrative style, blending rich descriptive passages with taut dialogue. The tales explore themes of bravery, betrayal, and the moral complexities of the pirate's life, all rendered with a keen eye for historical detail and a touch of the supernatural, enhancing the folkloric essence of the stories. This collection not only entertains but also evokes the ethos of a tumultuous era where the line between hero and villain often blurred in the open seas. Arthur Conan Doyle, best known for creating the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes, possessed a fascination with adventure and the unknown that greatly influenced his literary endeavors. His own travels and encounters with diverse cultures informed his writing, allowing him to transport readers to exotic locales. Interestingly, Doyle's ventures into the realm of piracy reflect both his interest in folklore and his disdain for stern Victorian morality, providing insight into his broader literary ambitions and personal philosophies. Readers seeking thrilling escapades and vivid storytelling will find 'The Dealings of Captain Sharkey, and Other Tales of Pirates' both immersive and evocative. Doyle's ability to capture the allure of piracy while weaving moral dilemmas into his narratives makes this collection a valuable addition for fans of adventure literature and historians alike. Dive into these tales and embark on an unforgettable journey across treacherous waters and conflicted hearts.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.7 (100)
Includes Goodreads
GenreGeneral Fiction, Literary Classics
Length5 hrs 16 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 10, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2IV: HOW COPLEY BANKS SLEW CAPTAIN SHARKEY
3V: THE "SLAPPING SAL"
4VI
5A PIRATE OF THE LAND
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6ONE CROWDED HOUR
7TALES OF BLUE WATER
8VII: THE STRIPED CHEST
9VIII
10THE CAPTAIN OF THE "POLESTAR"
11(BEING AN EXTRACT FROM THE SINGULAR JOURNAL OF JOHN M'ALISTER RAY, STUDENT OF MEDICINE.)
12IX: THE FIEND OF THE COOPERAGE
13X: JELLAND'S VOYAGE
14XI: J. HABAKUK JEPHSON'S STATEMENT
15XII
16THAT LITTLE SQUARE BOX
17THE END
18Novels and Stories
19On the Life Hereafter
20A History of the Great War
21Poems
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