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Set on a square‑rigged clipper during the age of robber barons, this historical adventure follows the crew as they navigate the perilous waters of the United States in the late 19th century.
The story explores the contrast between the high‑bred women and rebellious men aboard, the violence that erupts above deck, and the raw, intimate encounters below. As the ship sails toward America’s new century, the novel captures the spirit of romance, action, and the broader sweep of United States history.
First publish date: 1977
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Sterling Hayden
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