
The Darlington brothers—Jim, Joe, and Tom—have already proved they can handle the rugged overland trails, and now the coast beckons with fresh dangers and excitement. Their journey brings them to the mist‑shrouded cliffs of California, where a notorious sea captain, Bill Broom, prowls the waters in search of a valuable prize. The boys’ reputation as quick‑thinking, sharp‑shooting youngsters has already reached the pirate’s ears, and a tense cat‑and‑mouse game begins before the first sunrise.
Aboard the creaking vessel Sea Eagle, the brothers must navigate treacherous fog, hidden reefs, and the ever‑watchful crew who whisper of ransom and treasure. Their wits and courage are tested as they confront the charismatic yet ruthless captain, whose plans could spell trouble for the boys and anyone who crosses his path. The early chapters promise high‑spirited camaraderie, daring escapes, and a vivid glimpse of a bygone American frontier where the sea is as wild as the open plains.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (259K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Robert Cicconetti, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Release date
2008-05-15
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
b. 1870
Adventure, treasure hunts, and the wide-open American West drive these fast-moving boys' books. Writing as "Capt. Wyn Roosevelt," this early-20th-century author is best known for the Frontier Boys series.
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