Sea Tigers & Merchants: A new American Generation
Salem Stories: Book 2
In 1790 the United States has a new Constitution. George Washington presides as the first elected president. Abroad, France and Britain are at war. And by 1795, seafaring Americans are accosted on the high seas by French privateers and British naval ships
Tensions rise as American merchants continue to trade. Among them, Hasket Derby and Captain George Crowninshield busily build maritime empires while their sons seek a new way forward.
Salem Stories: Book 3
Family Ties Still Bind
In 1799 both Elias Hasket Derby and his wife die, and their company follows soon after. Meanwhile the Crowninshield family rises in business and politics until 1815, when the Crowninshield family breaks into separate parts. Sally elopes. Geordie builds Cleopatra’s Barge and cruises the Mediterranean. John returns from being a prisoner-of-war in Halifax during the War of 1812. Benj continues serves as Secretary of the Navy. Richard tries to establish a textile factory while his sons run wild. And Nathanial Silsbee continues serves in the U.S. Senate.
Salem Stories: Book 4
A shocking murder with a Crowninshield in the dock & Daniel Webster for the Prosecution
