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In this captivating novel, the life of Sim�n Romero, famously known as Ali the Canary, unfolds as one of the most significant corsairs of the 17th century. Sailing the vast Mediterranean and Atlantic waters to the coasts of Portugal, Ali Romero's story is a tale of adventure, resilience, and transformation. Born in 1639 on Triana Street in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands, Sim�n's life took a dramatic turn at the age of 16. While fishing off the Barbary Coast of Africa, he was captured by an Algerian corsair. Displaying remarkable bravery and skill, Sim�n earned respect among the corsairs, eventually securing his freedom. Embracing his new life, he converted to Islam and adopted the name Ali Romero. With time, he built his own ship, aptly named the Canary, and rose to prominence. Ali's prowess earned him the trust of the Bey of Algiers, who appointed him as the leader of the Algerian corsairs and later as the Grand Admiral of the Algerian Navy. His diplomatic skills were recognized, leading to his role as the ambassador of Algiers to Turkey on two separate occasions. Throughout his journey, Ali maintained a special bond with the Canary Islander slaves in Algiers. He corresponded with the Bishop of the Canary Islands, Don Bartolom� Garc�a Xim�nez de Rabad�n, to address the plight of these slaves. This novel not only chronicles Ali the Canary's daring exploits and naval battles but also delves into his personal relationships and efforts to improve the lives of his fellow islanders. It is a story of a man who, despite his captivity and conversion, remained deeply connected to his roots.

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"Biograf�a Mois�s Mor�n Vega naci� en Las Palmas de Gran Canaria el 20 de junio de 1965, en el barrio de Escaleritas. Ingresa en la Facultad de Educaci�n F�sica y Deportes, donde se doctora en Educaci�n F�sica con la tesis An�lisis praxiol�gico de la situaci�n motriz en competici�n de los botes de vela latina en Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC 2005) y, posteriormente, cursa el M�ster en Gesti�n Deportiva por la Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. En el a�o 2007 se vuelve a interesar por la escritura de forma intensiva, escribiendo en su blog poes�as, microrrelatos y relatos de diversa tem�tica. Dos a�os m�s tarde, en el a�o 2009 gana el Primer Premio de Narrativa Breve Episodios Insulares convocado por la editorial Cam-PDS con el cuento juvenil, La Sima. En la actualidad es funcionario de la Comunidad Aut�noma de Canarias y miembro activo de la Asociaci�n Canaria para la Edici�n (NACE). Bibliograf�a Novela Historias de un esquizofr�nico que no quer�a serlo, pero que lo era, 2010. Chat, 2013. Conexi�n Jin�mar, 2014. Medio minuto para morir, 2015 Al� el Canario, 2015 Saduj. Caso I 2016 Narrativa infantil y juvenil La Sima, 2011 (Relato ganador del primer Premio de Narrativa Breve Episodios Insulares convocados por la editorial Cam-Pds en a�o 2009). Ali Romero. La historia de un corsario berberisco, 2011. V�ctor, el caracol con un solo cuerno al Sol, 2012. Rocky y las tres cucarachas, 2012. El alambre m�gico, 2013. Salvar al lagarto Tamar�n: 2014. K-70: Las aventuras de una tortuga majorera, 2014. Al� el Canario. Un corsario berberisco. 2015 Teatro ""Gracias por su visita"", 2015 ""Ganar, ganar"", 2015 ""El testamento"", 2015"

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