The Adventures of Captain Mago; Or, a Phoenician Expedition, B.c. 1000
1876
The Adventures of Captain Mago; Or, a Phoenician Expedition, B.c. 1000
1876
Adventure
Translated by Ellen E. (Ellen Elizabeth) Frewer
'The Adventures of Captain Mago; Or, a Phoenician Expedition, B.C. 1000' is a historical novel by David-Léon Cahun, first published in 1876. The story follows Captain Mago, a sailor from Tyre, who is commissioned by King Hiram to gather resources for King David's temple in Jerusalem. Mago's journey takes him to various locations, including Egypt and Crete, as he navigates adventures and rivalries among his crew. The novel is notable for its depiction of ancient Phoenician civilization and its blend of historical context with juvenile fiction.
