The Red Derelict (1904)

The Red Derelict is a novel written by Bertram Mitford in 1904. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the adventures of Captain Hector Duncannon, a former British naval officer who has turned to the life of a pirate. Duncannon and his crew come across a mysterious ship, the Red Derelict, which is drifting aimlessly in the ocean. The ship is believed to be cursed, and any sailor who boards it is said to never return. Despite the warnings, Duncannon and his crew decide to investigate the ship and soon find themselves in a dangerous and supernatural situation. The Red Derelict is filled with suspense, action, and mystery, and is a classic example of early 20th-century adventure fiction. Mitford's vivid descriptions of the sea and the ships, as well as his portrayal of the characters, make this book an exciting and engaging read for anyone interested in maritime tales and adventure stories.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.