The Captain of the Vulture (1867)

The Captain of the Vulture is a novel written by Mary Elizabeth Braddon and first published in 1867. The story is set in the mid-19th century and follows the life of Captain George Vane, a notorious pirate who sails the seas in his ship, the Vulture. Despite his criminal activities, Vane is portrayed as a charismatic and complex character, with a troubled past and a desire for redemption.The novel opens with Vane and his crew attacking a British ship, but things take a turn when he rescues a young girl named Edith from the wreckage. Vane becomes immediately taken with Edith, and the two form a bond that will shape the rest of the story. As Vane continues his pirating ways, he must also navigate his feelings for Edith and the consequences of his actions.Throughout the novel, Braddon explores themes of love, loyalty, and morality. She also delves into the psychology of her characters, particularly Vane, who is portrayed as a complex and multi-dimensional figure. The Captain of the Vulture is a thrilling adventure story that also offers a nuanced portrayal of its characters and the world they inhabit.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.