"The Sea-Witch; Or, The African Quadroon: A Story of the Slave Coast" by Maturin M. (Maturin Murray) Ballou is a thrilling tale set on the high seas and along the African coast, likely during the 1800s, focusing on Captain Will Ratlin and his ship, the "Sea Witch." As the ship sails the ocean, themes of slavery intertwine with maritime adventure. While the captain commands his vessel, Ratlin's expertise gains the respect of his loyal crew while they face dangerous situations together. The captain's character embodies duty and honor, but his past weighs on him. Moral challenges and relationship dynamics become central as the story unfolds amidst a backdrop of complex historical realities, with Maud Leonardo playing an important role in the captain's life.
The Sea-Witch; Or, The African Quadroon: A Story of the Slave Coast
By Maturin M. (Maturin Murray) Ballou
On the high seas, a captain and his crew navigate adventure, treachery, and the shadows of human bondage.
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About the AuthorMaturin Murray Ballou was a writer and publisher in 19th-century Boston, Massachusetts. He co-founded Gleason's Pictorial, was the first editor of the Boston Daily Globe, and wrote numerous travel books and works of popular fiction.
Maturin Murray Ballou was a writer and publisher in 19th-century Boston, Massachusetts. He co-founded Gleason's Pictorial, was the first editor of the Boston Daily Globe, and wrote numerous travel books and works of popular fiction.
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