The Black Corsair by Emilio Salgari

The Black Corsair

I corsari delle Antille #1

Emilio Salgari with Nico Lorenzutti (Translator)

272 pages • first pub 1898 (editions)

fiction classics adventurous mysterious medium-paced
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The Caribbean, 17th century. A powerful man killed his family. The Black Corsair vows vengeance.... and he won't stop until he gets it. One of the world's first pirate classics. An Italian nobleman turns pirate to avenge the murder of his brothers...

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Community Reviews Summary of 198 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
tense 44%
lighthearted 33%
mysterious 33%
informative 22%
challenging 11%
emotional 11%
funny 11%
inspiring 11%
reflective 11%
relaxing 11%
sad 11%

Pace

fast 44%
medium 33%
slow 22%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Plot: 28% | Character: 28%

Strong character development?

No: 71% | It's complicated: 28%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 33% | No: 16%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 42% | No: 28% | It's complicated: 28%

Average rating

3.74

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