The Strange Adventures of Captain Dangerous, Vol. 1 Who was a sailor, a soldier, a merchant, a spy, a slave among the moors...

"The Strange Adventures of Captain Dangerous, Vol. 1" by George Augustus Sala is a historical fiction set in the 1700s and tells the story of Captain John Dangerous, who recounts his storied life from his home in his late sixties, after working as a soldier, a sailor, and a merchant, and having adventures as a spy and even as a slave. Captain Dangerous reflects on his accomplishments and defends himself against critics, showing his strong sense of honor, his history with war, and his love for his daughter, Lilias. Through his tales, the book paints a vivid picture of a bygone era, with real people and real history blended with a personal and engaging narrative.