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The History of the Pyrates
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British HistoryNaval HistoryTrue Crime
ISBN13: 9781023518062
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 308
Weight: 0.96
Height: 0.65 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Delve into the thrilling world of 18th-century piracy with The History of the Pyrates, Vol. 2, a gripping account of buccaneers and sea robbers. This volume offers a fascinating glimpse into maritime history and the lives of infamous pirates, meticulously presented from an early historical work.
Daniel Defoe, a celebrated author, brings to life the daring exploits and tumultuous careers of these figures. Explore the brutal realities of piracy, naval history, and the social contexts that shaped their era. A vital resource for anyone interested in European history, particularly Great Britain, and the darker side of true crime on the high seas.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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