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Pirates (1922)

Pirates (1922)

Fraser, Claud Lovat

Hardcover

Historical FiguresCaribbean HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1164259830
ISBN13: 9781164259831
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 196
Weight: 1.01
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Pirates is a historical non-fiction book written by Claud Lovat Fraser and published in 1922. The book explores the fascinating world of pirates, their lives, their adventures, and their impact on history. The author takes the readers on a journey through the Golden Age of Piracy, which was a period between the 1650s and 1730s when pirates were at their peak.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of piracy. It starts with an introduction to piracy and its origins, followed by a discussion of the different types of pirates, their ships, and their weapons. The author also delves into the lives of famous pirates such as Blackbeard, Captain Kidd, and Anne Bonny.Fraser also explores the social and economic conditions that led to the rise of piracy during this period. He discusses the political climate, the slave trade, and the economic struggles of the time. The book also covers the efforts made by governments to combat piracy, including the use of privateers and the establishment of naval forces.Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of pirate life, including their codes of conduct, their methods of attack, and their treatment of captives. He also explores the myths and legends that surround piracy, separating fact from fiction.Overall, Pirates is a comprehensive and engaging account of the world of piracy during the Golden Age. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, adventure, and the lives of the most notorious pirates of all time.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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