Focusing on the life of Louis-Antoine de Bougainville, this book chronicles his extraordinary journey from the opulent salons of Paris to the battlefields of North America and the enchanting islands of the South Pacific. It captures the essence of his multifaceted career as a soldier, sailor, and philosopher, while also highlighting the dramatic events of the eighteenth century that shaped his experiences.
The narrative chronicles the transformation of Bartholomew Roberts from a peaceful boyhood to becoming the formidable king of pirates, ruling the high seas for four intense years. With meticulous research, it offers a gripping and definitive account of his life, highlighting his adventures and the impact he had as a notorious pirate, all while showcasing his Canadian roots.
In 1741, Edward Mainwaring is selected above other lieutenants to go on a dangerous mission to the Caribbean. But he is drawn into far deeper waters than anyone could have foreseen in this tale of love and hatred.