Ronald Morton; or, the Fire Ships: A Story of the Last Naval War: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Ronald Morton; or, the Fire Ships: A Story of the Last Naval War is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Kingston, William Henry Giles (1814–1880).
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"Ronald Morton, or the Fire Ships: A Story of the Last Naval War" by W.H.G. Kingston is a historical novel likely written in the mid-19th century. The narrative revolves around themes of family inheritance against a backdrop of maritime adventure, focusing on a family from Shetland that possesses rights to titles and lands, including a connection to Spain. Central to the tale is Ronald Morton, whose inheritance status becomes a point of intrigue amidst maritime conflict. At the start of the story, readers are introduced to a Spanish man-of-war, the "Saint Cecilia," cruising near Shetland under the command of Captain Don Hernan de Escalante. The ship is portrayed in the calm waters, showcasing the crew's contrasting dispositions—some relax while others remain alert to the potential dangers that lie in the unknown northern territory. As Don Hernan navigates his ancestral ties to Shetland, we also meet the young pilot, Rolf Morton, who is unaware of his own remarkable history. The stage is set for a complex interplay of relationships, secrets of the past, and the forthcoming naval conflicts as the narrative develops further.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Ronald Morton; or, the Fire Ships: A Story of the Last Naval War
- Author credits: Kingston, William Henry Giles (1814–1880)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Fireships -- Fiction
- Sea stories
- War stories
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Historical Novels
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