Within the Capes

This is the story of the spirit of the olden time. It is a tale in verse in which are told in their true colors all the passions, virtues, and frailties of human nature. It is a record of our long fight for freedom-a struggle stormy, tempestuous, often bloody, but always glorious. This is a book about pirates, fights, and treasure. It is also about some of the most famous privateers in American history--men like Captain John Smith, William Kidd, and Henry Morgan. The author writes with an appreciation for these men's adventurous spirits and sense of duty to their country. l, Pyle relates life in the wilds of New Jersey and Maine as he follows his father's trade as a lighthouse keeper and sees the sea change before his eyes.