The Book of Pirates (Dover Children's Classics) - Softcover

Pyle

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0486413047 ISBN 13: 9780486413044

Publisher: Dover Children's, 2003

Synopsis

Highly readable, magnificently illustrated tales recount the rip-roaring adventures of swashbuckling pirates and buccaneers of the Spanish Main. Includes "The Ghost of Captain Brand," "Tom Chist and the Treasure Box," "Jack Ballister's Fortunes," "The Ruby of Kishmoor," and other tales. Enhanced with 63 of the author's own illustrations, including 11 full-color plates.

About this title

About the Author:

The stories and drawings of Howard Pyle (1853-1911) epitomize "the golden age of American illustration." A priceless contribution to American children's literature, Pyle's work set a standard of excellence, with tales and images remarkable for their engaging simplicity and penetrating realism.

Synopsis:

Enhanced by sixty-three of the author's illustrations, a collection of swashbuckling tales includes "The Ghost of Captain Brand," "The Ruby of Kishmoor," "Tom Chist and the Treasure Box," and "Jack Ballister's Fortunes.".

About this edition

• Publisher: Dover Children's
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0486413047
• ISBN 13: 9780486413044
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320