The Odyssey of Captain Blood

Life was unfair to Irish doctor Peter Blood. For assisting a wounded rebel, he is exiled to the island of Barbados, where he is sold into slavery on a plantation. However, fate is fickle… After escaping, he joins the pirates and begins a new life, one that is dangerous and full of adventures. Captain Blood's name instills terror in the Spaniards, and the authorities have declared a bounty on him. He captures Spanish colonies and ships, rescues English hostages, and fights in duels. The French dream of hiring him, while less successful "gentlemen of fortune" aim to eliminate a dangerous competitor. But, having become a legend, will he be able to remain the same man and earn the love of the beautiful Arabella Bishop?