A Frigate's Namesake

A Frigate's Namesake is a historical novel set in 19th century America. The story follows a young woman named Betty who is caught up in the drama of naval politics and international intrigue. Along the way, she falls in love with a dashing young sailor and becomes embroiled in a dangerous mission to rescue a kidnapped diplomat. Alice Balch Abbot's writing is engaging and well-researched, offering readers a glimpse into the world of naval adventure in the age of sail.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.