description: Captain Sharkey is a collection of short stories written by Arthur Conan Doyle, the author of the famous Sherlock Holmes series. The book consists of eight thrilling tales that revolve around the life of a notorious pirate named Captain Sharkey and his crew. The stories are set in the 19th century and take place in different parts of the world, including the Caribbean, Africa, and the Indian Ocean.In each story, Captain Sharkey and his crew engage in daring acts of piracy, robbery, and violence. They encounter various challenges and obstacles, including rival pirates, hostile natives, and the British Navy. The stories are filled with action, adventure, and suspense, and are sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats.Despite the violent nature of the stories, Doyle manages to infuse them with his trademark wit and humor. The characters are well-developed and the dialogue is engaging, making the book a joy to read. Through the character of Captain Sharkey, Doyle explores themes of loyalty, honor, and morality, and questions the boundaries between good and evil.Overall, Captain Sharkey is a thrilling and entertaining read that will appeal to fans of adventure and historical fiction. It showcases Doyle's versatility as a writer and his ability to create captivating stories beyond the world of Sherlock Holmes.THIS 42 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE The Omnibus of Adventure Volume Two, by Arthur Conan Doyle. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1419181335.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
language: English
title: Captain Sharkey
titlecomplete: Captain Sharkey
genres: Fiction, Pirates, Classics, Adventure
ratings_count: 79
publisher: Kessinger Publishing