The Dark Frigate (Newbery Medal Winner) - by Charles Boardman Hawes (Paperback)

About the Book

A young man dares not return to England after his ship is taken over by pirates and he becomes a member of their crew.

Book Synopsis

In seventeenth century England, a terrible accident forces orphaned Philip Marsham to flee London in fear for his life. Bred to the sea, he signs on with the "Rose of Devon," a dark frigate bound for the quiet shores of Newfoundland.

Philip's bold spirit and knowledge of the sea soon win him his captain's regard. But when the "Rose of Devon" is seized in midocean by a devious group of men plucked from a floating wreck, Philip is forced to accompany these "gentlemen of fortune" on their murderous expeditions. Like it or not, Philip Marsham is now a pirate--with only the hangman awaiting his return to England.

With its bloody battles, brutal buccaneers, and bold, spirited hero, this rousing tale will enthrall young listeners in search of seafaring adventure.

About the Author

Charles Boardman Hawes was a twentieth century American author. He was posthumously awarded the 1924 Newbury Medal for The Dark Frigate. One of his other titles, The Great Quest, was also a Newbury Honor title in 1922.