The First Captain: The Story of John Paul Jones (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162803166)

The First Captain: The Story of John Paul Jones is a biography written by Gerald W. Johnson that tells the story of the legendary naval hero, John Paul Jones. The book chronicles Jones' life from his early years in Scotland to his rise as a captain in the Continental Navy during the American Revolution. Johnson explores Jones' naval victories, including his famous battle with the British ship Serapis, as well as his struggles with the Continental Congress and his eventual retirement. The book also delves into Jones' personal life, including his relationships with women and his reputation as a duelist. Overall, The First Captain provides a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of America's most celebrated naval heroes.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.

Author: Gerald W. Johnson
ISBN-10: 1162803169
ISBN-13: 9781162803166
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 320
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.67d