Under the Jolly Roger
Louis A. Meyer • 2005 • Harcourt
- Author
- Louis A. Meyer
- First published
- 2005
- Publisher
- Harcourt
- Genres
- Fiction · History
- Subjects
- Pirates · Orphans · Seafaring life · Fiction
- ISBN
- 9780152053451
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Under the Jolly Roger, published in 2005 by Harcourt, is the second installment in Louis A. Meyer’s Bloody Jack series. Set in the early 19th century, the novel continues the adventurous life of Mary 'Jacky' Faber, a young woman who disguises herself as a boy to survive the harsh realities of the British Royal Navy. Meyer, a former merchant marine and sea captain, leveraged his intimate knowledge of maritime history and nautical terminology to craft an authentic atmosphere for his protagonist's high-seas journey.
The book’s design and narrative style were intended to mirror the tone of 18th-century picaresque novels, utilizing an immersive, epistolary-like first-person voice. Upon its release, the series was well-received by young adult readers and critics alike for its blend of historical detail, humor, and swashbuckling action. By balancing meticulous research regarding naval life with the spirited development of the main character, Meyer established a distinct voice in the historical fiction genre that remains celebrated for its accessibility and depth.
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