Two Gallant Sons of Devon: A Tale of the Days of Queen Bess

"Two Gallant Sons of Devon: A Tale of the Days of Queen Bess" by Harry Collingwood is a historical adventure about two inseparable friends, Philip Stukely and Dick Chichester, during Queen Elizabeth I's reign. The story begins in Devonport, where these young men find themselves swept into a life of privateering, naval combat, and the glittering prospect of treasure. Their peaceful sail turns into a fight for survival when a storm capsizes their boat, but their rescue by the privateer ship, the Adventure, marks the beginning of their thrilling new lives at sea. The young men wholeheartedly engage in battles with Spanish galleons, brave treacherous waters, and cleverly navigate the twists of fate, including a vivid encounter with Peruvian Indians. The book's opening sparks a sense of thrilling risks, loyal friendship, and the powerful call of the unknown, pulling readers into a vibrant historical landscape brimming with nonstop maritime adventures.