The Black Corsair

Written by Emilio Salgari · Translated by Nico Lorenzutti

Book #1 in the Black Corsair series

A nobleman-turned-pirate seeks vengeance against a powerful enemy in the Caribbean.

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292 pages· 83,859 words

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In the 17th-century Caribbean, a nobleman becomes the Black Corsair, driven by vengeance for his murdered brothers. His target: Van Guld, the ruthless Governor of Maracaibo. With legendary pirates like L'Ollonais and Henry Morgan by his side, the Corsair's relentless pursuit of justice leads to high-seas adventure and danger. Will he succeed in his quest, or will the treacherous waters claim him first?

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The Caribbean, 17th century. A powerful man killed his family. The Black Corsair vows vengeance…. and he won’t stop until he gets it. One of the world’s first pirate classics. An Italian nobleman turns pirate to avenge the murder of his brothers. His foe: an old Flemish army officer named Van Guld, now the Governor of Maracaibo. The Black Corsair is relentless, vowing never to rest until he has killed the traitor and all those that bear his name. To help him in his quest, the Corsair enlists the greatest pirates of his time: L’Ollonais, Michael the Basque, and a young Welshman named Henry Morgan… Selected by Julia Eccleshare as one of the 1001 Children’s Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up

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