The Haunted Ship

The Haunted Ship

Robert Leighton

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
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Ficción moderna y contemporánea
ISBN:
9781120888211
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The Haunted Ship: A Tale Of The Devon Smugglers is a novel written by Robert Leighton and originally published in 1903. The story is set in the rugged and mysterious coast of Devon, England, during the 18th century. It follows the adventures of a group of smugglers who are trying to evade the law and make a fortune by smuggling goods such as tobacco, tea, and brandy.The main character of the story is a young man named Tom Tregellas, who is a member of the smugglers’ gang. He is a brave and resourceful young man who helps his comrades in their dangerous and illegal activities. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he encounters a haunted ship that appears mysteriously on the coast. The ship is said to be cursed and haunted by the ghosts of its former crew, who died in a terrible storm.As Tom and his fellow smugglers investigate the haunted ship, they uncover a dark and sinister secret that threatens to destroy them all. They soon realize that the ship is not just haunted by ghosts, but also by a ruthless and vengeful enemy who will stop at nothing to destroy them.The Haunted Ship: A Tale Of The Devon Smugglers is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that combines elements of adventure, mystery, and horror. It is a classic tale of smugglers and pirates, with a supernatural twist that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction, ghost stories, or tales of adventure on the high seas.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.

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