Rascals in ParadiseThe fascinating stories of adventurous men who sailed the South Seas Some craved power, some craved peace, others merely surrendered to fate. Sam Comstock -- A sailor crazed by the South Sea Islands and driven to lead the ruthless mutiny. He envisioned himself a magnificent ruler -- but his dream became a nightmare. Will Mariner -- A golden-haired youth whose ship was captured by hostile natives. He was the sole survivor and his charm turned his captor into slaves. Captain Bligh -- Was he the infamous captain of the Bounty, the monster legend had made him? Here is the true story of Captain Bligh. Rascals In Paradise They searched for adventure in the most dazzling places on earth. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved. |
Contents
TO ALL WHO SEEK A REFUGE | 3 |
The Globe Mutineers | 7 |
Charles I Emperor of Oceania | 44 |
Copyright | |
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