The Picaroons (1904) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781163903643 : 1163903647 : 10 Sep 2010 : The Picaroons is a novel written by Gelett Burgess and published in 1904. The story follows the adventures of a group of picaroons, or rogue adventurers, as they travel across the world in search of treasure and excitement. The main character is a young man named Jack who joins the picaroons after his father's death and sets out to make his fortune. Along the way, he meets a variety of colorful characters, including a beautiful young woman named Rosamund, a French chef named Francois, and a cunning pirate named Blackbeard. The group faces many challenges and dangers, including shipwrecks, mutinies, and battles with rival pirates. Despite these obstacles, they remain steadfast in their pursuit of wealth and adventure. The Picaroons is a thrilling and entertaining tale of daring exploits and high-seas adventure that will delight readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint