Captain Rum: A Wondrous Adventure
by John Perrier
2015· ISBN 9780987569479
About
When an Oxford Professor stumbles upon an old naval Captain’s log, he unwittingly discovers what many scholars now agree is one of the greatest maritime adventures in history.
In 1821, Captain Fintan McAdam set sail from London, solo, in search of adventure. During his journey, he discovered incredible new worlds and interacted with their amazing inhabitants. They forced him to confront his enemies within, learning much about himself.
Captain Rum, as told in McAdam’s own words through his journal, is a tale of discovery, despair and delight. It will keep you enthralled through many a stormy night.
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Do you enjoy tales of ocean explorers such as 'Robinson Crusoe' by Daniel Defoe?
Or adventures such as 'Gulliver's Travels' by Jonathon Swift?
What about movies that depict a lonely sailor's struggles, like 'Lost' with Robert Redford, or 'Cast Away' with Tom Hanks?
Or do you simply enjoy historical fiction such as 'Cold Mountain' by Charles Frazier?
If so, you will love reading about the heartbreaking struggles and wondrous adventures of 'Captain Rum'.
In 1821, Captain Fintan McAdam set sail from London, solo, in search of adventure. During his journey, he discovered incredible new worlds and interacted with their amazing inhabitants. They forced him to confront his enemies within, learning much about himself.
Captain Rum, as told in McAdam’s own words through his journal, is a tale of discovery, despair and delight. It will keep you enthralled through many a stormy night.
***
Do you enjoy tales of ocean explorers such as 'Robinson Crusoe' by Daniel Defoe?
Or adventures such as 'Gulliver's Travels' by Jonathon Swift?
What about movies that depict a lonely sailor's struggles, like 'Lost' with Robert Redford, or 'Cast Away' with Tom Hanks?
Or do you simply enjoy historical fiction such as 'Cold Mountain' by Charles Frazier?
If so, you will love reading about the heartbreaking struggles and wondrous adventures of 'Captain Rum'.
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