Bahama Bill, Mate of the Wrecking Sloop Sea-Horse

** "Bahama Bill, Mate of the Wrecking Sloop Sea-Horse" by T. Jenkins Hains is an early 1900s adventure novel about Bahama Bill, a strong and talented diver who works as the mate on the Sea-Horse, a wrecking sloop. Set in the dangerous waters of the Great Bahama Bank, the story follows Bill and his crew as they hunt for sunken treasure. Packed with maritime exploits, risky shark encounters, and the excitement of finding hidden fortunes, the book starts with the Sea-Horse reaching the wreck of the brig Bulldog, which sank after hitting a coral reef. The crew plans to dive for treasure rumored to be on board. Bahama Bill, despite his bravery, admits he is afraid of sharks, foreshadowing the dangers in the ocean depths. Driven by the chance to get rich, the crew dives into the sea, building tension as they face possible attacks by sharks. This exciting beginning pulls readers into a world full of danger, adventure, and the never-ending search for wealth on the open sea. **