Kate Bonnet, The Romance of a Pirate's Daughter
Aug 2021 · Otbebookpublishing
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Excerpt: "The month was September and the place was in the neighbourhood of Bridgetown, in the island of Barbadoes. The seventeenth century was not seventeen years old, but the girl who walked slowly down to the river bank was three years its senior. She carried a fishing-rod and line, and her name was Kate Bonnet. She was a bright-faced, quick-moving young person, and apparently did not expect to catch many fish, for she had no basket in which to carry away her finny prizes. Nor, apparently, did she have any bait, except that which was upon her hook and which had been affixed there by one of the servants at her home, not far away. In fact, Mistress Kate was too nicely dressed and her gloves were too clean to have much to do with fish or bait, but she seated herself on a little rock in a shady spot not far from the water and threw forth her line. Then she gazed about her; a little up the river and a good deal down the river."
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Frank Richard Stockton (1834-1902) was an American writer whose imaginative and whimsical tales captivated readers in the late 19th century. Born in Philadelphia, Stockton initially pursued a career in wood engraving before turning to writing, where he found his true calling. His breakthrough came with the publication of "The Lady, or the Tiger?" in 1882, a short story that left readers pondering its ambiguous ending and showcased Stockton's flair for blending fantasy with moral dilemmas.Stockton's work often challenged the conventions of his time, eschewing the didacticism prevalent in Victorian literature for a more playful and speculative approach. His stories frequently featured strong, independent female characters and questioned societal norms, subtly advocating for progressive ideas in an era of rigid social structures. This made his work both popular and controversial, as it pushed the boundaries of what was considered acceptable in literature.A contemporary of Mark Twain and Louisa May Alcott, Stockton influenced many writers with his unique narrative style and inventive plots. His ability to weave humor with thought-provoking themes earned him a lasting place in American literary history. Despite facing criticism from some quarters for his unconventional endings and fantastical elements, Stockton's legacy endures, inspiring modern authors who seek to challenge readers' expectations and explore the complexities of human nature.Stockton's life and work remain a testament to the power of storytelling to provoke thought and entertain, making him a fascinating figure for both literary scholars and casual readers alike.
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