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The Age Of Piracy: A History

The Age Of Piracy: A History

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral World HistoryVietnam War

ISBN10: 1161685901
ISBN13: 9781161685909
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 290
Weight: 2.12
Height: 0.69 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Age of Piracy: A History by Robert Carse is a comprehensive and detailed account of the era of piracy that occurred between the 16th and 18th centuries. The book provides an in-depth look at the lives of pirates, their motivations, and the impact they had on society during this period.Carse begins by exploring the origins of piracy and how it evolved over time. He then delves into the lives of famous pirates such as Blackbeard, Anne Bonny, and Calico Jack, providing insight into their personalities, tactics, and achievements.The book also examines the political and economic factors that contributed to the rise of piracy, including the growth of colonialism and the decline of traditional sea powers. Carse explores how piracy impacted global trade and international relations, and how governments and navies attempted to combat the problem.Throughout the book, Carse draws on a range of primary sources, including pirate accounts, court records, and official documents, to provide a vivid and engaging narrative of this fascinating period in history. The Age of Piracy: A History is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of piracy and its impact on the world.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.

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