Cord And Creese

""Cord and Creese"" is a historical fiction novel written by James De Mille. The story takes place in the early 19th century and follows the adventures of a young man named Cord. Cord is an orphan who has been raised by his grandfather, a retired pirate. When Cord's grandfather passes away, he is left with nothing but a creese, a type of short sword commonly used by pirates. Determined to make a life for himself, Cord sets out to find his fortune on the high seas.Along the way, Cord encounters a variety of characters, including a group of pirates, a wealthy merchant, and a beautiful woman named Rosalind. As he navigates the treacherous waters of the Caribbean, Cord must use all of his wits and skills to survive. He also learns valuable lessons about loyalty, honor, and the true meaning of family.Filled with swashbuckling action and colorful characters, ""Cord and Creese"" is a thrilling adventure story that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. De Mille's vivid descriptions and engaging prose bring the world of pirates and privateers to life, while also exploring deeper themes of identity, belonging, and the search for meaning. Whether you're a fan of historical fiction or simply love a good adventure tale, ""Cord and Creese"" is a book that is sure to captivate and entertain.Above all, that hideous figure on the table, as its fingers were loosened, in falling forward, seemed to take steps, with his demon face still staring at me. My blood ran cold. It seemed to me as though these devils were all rushing at me, led on by that fiend on the table. For the first time in my life, Sir, I felt fear under the sea. I started back, and rushed out quaking as though all hell was behind me. When I got up to the surface I could not speak. I instantly left the Saladin, came home with my men, and have never been down myself since.""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.