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""The Grip of Honor"" is a historical novel written by Cyrus Townsend Brady, which tells the story of Paul Jones, a naval officer who played a crucial role in the American Revolution. The book follows Jones' journey from his early days as a sailor to his rise as a captain in the Continental Navy, and his eventual command of the Bonhomme Richard during the famous battle against the British ship Serapis. Throughout the novel, Brady provides a vivid portrayal of life at sea during the 18th century, and the challenges and dangers that sailors faced. He also explores Jones' personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with authority. The novel is filled with action-packed naval battles, political intrigue, and moments of personal triumph and tragedy. It provides a unique perspective on the American Revolution, and sheds light on the important role that naval warfare played in the conflict. Overall, ""The Grip of Honor"" is a thrilling and informative read that is sure to captivate anyone interested in American history or naval warfare.1900. Note: The interests of the story require some slight variations from exact history in the movements of the Serapis and the Bon Homme Richard before their famous battle, for which the author asks the indulgence of the reader. In all other respects it is believed the account of the battle is sufficiently accurate to present a true picture of the most famous single-ship action ever fought upon the seas. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.