** "Sir Mortimer: A Novel" by Mary Johnston is a thrilling adventure set in Elizabethan England that follows Sir Mortimer Ferne, a spirited young captain, as he embarks on a daring voyage to the Spanish Main. The story kicks off in a bustling tavern, where Mortimer, surrounded by fellow adventurers, passionately defends his honor and ambition for the expedition. His resolve is immediately tested when an insult sparks a heated duel, hinting at rivalries and challenges that lie ahead on the high seas. The camaraderie and tension among the captains, especially with the proud Captain Baldry, showcase the complex relationships that will define their journey, promising a tale filled with bravery, conflict, and the pursuit of glory. **
Sir Mortimer: A Novel
By Mary Johnston
** A young captain's quest for honor and adventure on the Spanish Main is ignited by a tavern duel, setting the stage for a perilous journey filled with rivalries and the promise of treasure.
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About the AuthorMary Johnston was an American novelist and women's rights advocate from Virginia. She was one of America's best selling authors during her writing career and had three silent films adapted from her novels. Johnston was also an active member of the Equal Suffrage League of Virginia, using her writing skills and notability to draw attention to the cause of women's suffrage in Virginia.
Mary Johnston was an American novelist and women's rights advocate from Virginia. She was one of America's best selling authors during her writing career and had three silent films adapted from her novels. Johnston was also an active member of the Equal Suffrage League of Virginia, using her writing skills and notability to draw attention to the cause of women's suffrage in Virginia.
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