A Desperate Chance: A Story Of Land And Sea is a novel written by James Douglas Jerrold Kelley and first published in 1899. The story is set in the late 19th century and follows the adventures of a young man named Jack Wright, who is determined to make a name for himself in the world. Jack is a skilled sailor and has always dreamed of exploring new lands and discovering new treasures.One day, Jack is approached by a wealthy businessman named Mr. Van...