Download or read book Real Pirates written by Barry Clifford and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Profiles the ship Whidah, including who sailed it, where it sailed, and why it sailed, and what happened to it.

Download or read book Pirates the Untold Story written by Kendall Davekos and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2009-07 with total page 57 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Pirate Next Door written by Daphne Palmer Geanacopoulos and published by Carolina Academic Press LLC. This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Also visit www.thepiratenextdoor.com Pirate lore has long captivated us and through the centuries it has worked its way into our literature, movies and popular culture. But many of these depictions and our understanding of the nature of the pirate are wrong. The Pirate Next Door takes what we think we know about pirates and turns it on its head by exploring the human side of pirates--the wives, families and communities of the men who have long been considered outlaws and outcasts. It delves into the inner lives of pirates, focusing on their faiths, communal ties and great loves. Using newly discovered primary sources from the late seventeenth and eighteenth centuries from archives in New England and London, this compelling story is told through the lives of four pirate captains who were active during the Golden Age of Piracy--Samuel Bellamy of Cape Cod, Massachusetts; Paulsgrave Williams of Block Island, Rhode Island; William Kidd of New York and Samuel Burgess of New York. This book corrects long-held beliefs about pirate life and brings to light the strong women behind these men. "This beautifully written true story blows the best pirate fiction out of the water. For the first time, a historian shines welcome light on the women behind these daring, violent and surprisingly domesticated adventure capitalists." -- Jayne O'Donnell, USA Today "For those of you who've walked a beach and dreamt of finding pirate treasure, you'll find that lost booty and much more in this carefully researched and wonderfully written book that is a new chapter in The Real History of the Pirates." -- Barry Clifford, Explorer and Author ". . . pulls the curtain back on a world we scarce knew existed. Cutting edge scholarship and a rattling good tale. Prepare to have your timbers shivered!" -- Richard Willing, FBI and Intelligence Historian ". . . introduces us into a new aspect of the lives of pirates. Too often characterized as alienated, violent outcasts, Geanacopoulos shows us that many of them were married, cared about their children and were attached to communities. It is a new dimension in pirate studies." -- Robert C. Ritchie, Author of Captain Kidd and the War Against the Pirates ". . . a must read for all who seek to know the historic pirate experience." -- Ronald M. Johnson, Emeritus Professor of History, Georgetown University ". . . sheds light on the private lives of the rowdy buccaneers of the Golden Age of Piracy, plus the lovers, wives and families who supported such risky business. Geanacopoulos captures our attention with insight into the strict code of honor among daring rogues on both sides of the Atlantic. Pirate enthusiasts will treasure it!" -- Glen Finland, Author of Next Stop "It is well researched, drawing mainly on primary sources, and written in a readily accessible narrative style...a valuable addition to the growing corpus of pirate studies, a welcome insight into the lives of some of the chief pirates of the Golden Age and overall a very enjoyable read." -- Connie Kelleher, International Journal of Nautical Archaeology

Download or read book Pirates written by Arthur O'Keeffe and published by . This book was released on 2017-03-08 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your Thrilling Guide to Legendary Pirate Stories! now in 2ND EDITIONFree bonus inside! (Right after Conclusion) - Get limited time offer, Get your BONUS right NOW! Find out what it takes to Shiver your TimbersIn Pirates: True and Untold Stories that will Shiver your Timbers, you'll learn about six of the most famous pirates of all time. From dangerous and cruel me, to those who were only in it for the bounty, you will discover what motivated them, how they moved forward and why they chose to pirate in the first place. All of these pirates have stories, some which have been lost in time and untold until this very moment. In the chapters, you will also discover: -* How they used to capture other vessels* The reasons they were given dangerous nicknames* What plunder they managed to accumulate* The heinous acts that are remembered to this day* The mentors and their charges* The secrets that they held on toPirates continue to be fascinating and shrouded in mystery. They ruled the seas for centuries, and did it in such a way that till today, they continue to be legendary. In this book, you will learn about what motivated them to carry out terrible acts, and how they put together large bounties You will also learn why so many of the pirates met a tragic end Read this book for FREE on Kindle Unlimited - Download NOW! By the time you complete the book, you will be able to say some common pirate phrases and talk like a pirate This will put you in their mind frame, and make you feel as though you have been a part of their world. Enjoy your unique pirate experience} Just scroll to the top of the page and select the Buy Button. Download Your Copy TODAY!

Download or read book Facts about the Pirates written by Jozef Breza and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2023-08-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the captivating world of 'Facts about the Pirates: Plunder and Adventure - The Untold Stories of Pirates.' Embark on an extraordinary journey through the annals of history, delving into the hidden truths and thrilling escapades that defined the lives of pirates. From the fearless buccaneers of the past to the enigmatic figures who navigated the treacherous seas, this book unveils the riveting tales of audacity, rebellion, and untamed spirit. Unearth the origins of piracy as we untangle the myths from the realities, painting a vivid portrait of the golden age of plunder on the high seas. Traverse the tumultuous waters alongside notorious pirates such as Blackbeard, Anne Bonny, and Calico Jack, unmasking the legends that have inspired generations. Immerse yourself in their lives, exploring the intricacies of their code, governance, and the camaraderie that defined their way of life. But the adventure doesn't stop there. Venture beyond the Caribbean to uncharted territories, discovering the fierce Asian pirates Zheng Yi and Ching Shih, and explore the legacy of pirate hunters and naval responses that still resonate today. As you journey through history and pop culture, you'll encounter the captivating allure of treasure maps, the intrigue of pirate havens, and the enduring influence of piracy on our world. In 'Facts about the Pirates, ' the hidden stories and truths come to life, painting a vivid tapestry that celebrates the daring souls who challenged authority, sought fortune, and navigated the seas of freedom. This book is more than just history; it's an immersive odyssey that takes you from the realms of historical record to the heart of myth and legend. So, set sail on this extraordinary adventure and uncover the untold stories of pirates that have shaped our fascination with the high seas and the spirit of adventure.

Download or read book Hook written by K. R. Thompson and published by Untold Stories of Neverland. This book was released on 2014 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: He sat in the dark corners of the print shop, dreaming of adventure. Today, it will find him.Discover the untold story of the man destined to become Captain Hook.

Download or read book The Pirate s Wife written by Daphne Palmer Geanacopoulos and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2022-11-08 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The dramatic and deliciously swashbuckling story of Sarah Kidd, the wife of the famous pirate Captain Kidd, charting her transformation from New York socialite to international outlaw during the Golden Age of Piracy Captain Kidd was one of the most notorious pirates to ever prowl the seas. But few know that Kidd had an accomplice, a behind-the-scenes player who enabled his plundering and helped him outpace his enemies. That accomplice was his wife, Sarah Kidd, a well-to-do woman whose extraordinary life is a lesson in reinvention and resourcefulness. Twice widowed by twenty-one and operating within the strictures of polite society in seventeenth- and eighteenth-century New York, Sarah secretly aided and abetted her husband, fighting alongside him against his accusers. More remarkable still was that Sarah not only survived the tragedy wrought by her infamous husband’s deeds, but went on to live a successful and productive life as one of New York’s most prominent citizens. Marshaling in newly discovered primary-source documents from archives in London, New York and Boston, historian and journalist Daphne Palmer Geanacopoulos reconstructs the extraordinary life of Sarah Kidd, uncovering a rare example of the kind of life that pirate wives lived during the Golden Age of Piracy. A compelling tale of love, treasure, motherhood and survival, this landmark work of narrative nonfiction weaves together the personal and the epic in a sweeping historical story of romance and adventure.

Download or read book Pirates written by Calvin Manning and published by . This book was released on 2023-05-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The pirates often determined a ship's nationality first. Then they raised that country's flag on the pirate ship so they appeared to be friendly. Now able to draw close to the unsuspecting ship, the pirates hoisted Blackbeard's flag only at the last moment. Merchant crews often surrendered without a fight the moment they saw Blackbeard's flag. If the ship didn't surrender after warnings, the pirates moved in. Frequently their first target: the sailor at the ship's wheel. Then, as the pilotless ship drifted aimlessly, the pirates snared it with grappling hooks, pulled it closer, and leaped aboard. Discover a plethora of topics such as When Pirates Owned the Seas The Roots of Piracy The Original Pirates of the Caribbean The Pirate Round Piracy after the Spanish War of Succession The Pirates of the Barbary Coast The Modern-Day Pirates And much more! Drawing on extensive research in the archives of Britain and the Americas, award-winning author Colin Woodard tells the dramatic untold story of the Pirate Republic that shook the very foundations of the British and Spanish Empires and fanned the democratic sentiments that would one day drive the American Revolution.

Download or read book True Stories of Pirates Usborne True Stories written by Lucy Lethbridge and published by Usborne Publishing Ltd. This book was released on 2013-09-01 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Three hundred years ago, pirates ruled the oceans. Attacking and robbing the rich trading ships that crossed their paths, the most successful pirates acquired fabulous treasure and lived like kings. But a pirate's career was short and cruel. These stories tell a tale of hardship and brutality, bringing to life the flamboyant characters of the most famous pirate captains and the determination of the men who set out to capture them. Gripping and engaging for readers who prefer real life to fiction.

Download or read book The Republic of Pirates written by Colin Woodard and published by Mariner Books. This book was released on 2008 with total page 383 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes how a group of powerful pirate captains, led by Edward "Blackbeard" Teach and "Black Sam" Bellamy, joined forces to create not only a cadre of thieves but also to establish a distinctive form of democracy in the Bahamas, one that ultimately was destroyed by their arch-nemesis, Captain Woodes Rogers, a merchant fleet owner and former privateer. Reprint.

Download or read book Pirates written by Grace Ramsey and published by Carson-Dellosa Publishing. This book was released on 2019-02-01 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Much of what we think about pirates comes from ways they are portrayed in books and movies. Learn the weird truth about the Golden Age of Piracy and how it spawned popular pirate stereotypes. This title supports Common Core ELA standards.

Download or read book Victory in Tripoli written by Joshua London and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2011-01-07 with total page 285 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: At the dawn of a new century, a newly elected U.S. president was forced to confront an escalating series of unprovoked attacks on Americans by Muslim terrorists sworn to carry out jihad against all Western powers. As timely and familiar as these events may seem, they occurred more than two centuries ago. The president was Thomas Jefferson, and the terrorists were the Barbary pirates. Victory in Tripoli recounts the untold story of one of the defining challenges overcome by the young U.S. republic. This fast-moving and dramatic tale examines the events that gave birth to the Navy and the Marines and re-creates the startling political, diplomatic, and military battles that were central to the conflict. This highly interesting and informative history offers deep insight into issues that remain fundamental to U.S. foreign policy decisions to this day.

Download or read book The Eighth Flag written by Stanford Joines and published by . This book was released on 2018-06-16 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cannibals. Conquistadors. Buccaneers. Pirates. Visions of cartoon characters dancing around a cauldron with an explorer tied inside. Balboa gazing on the Pacific Ocean. De Leon and the fountain of youth. Pizarro conquering the Incas. Henry Morgan, in red, drinking spiced rum. Smoke curling around Blackbeard as his cutlass slashes through the air. ... all children's tales that mean nothing. Today, we do not know who any of these people were, how they came to do what they did, or why they did it. The struggle for power, freedom, and wealth that shaped the Caribbean for two and a half centuries has, since John Barrie created Peter Pan, been relegated to the same literary section as Barney the Dinosaur; yet, underneath the soil of the modern world, the roots are still there. I started pulling them up on St. Croix, and the roots led to more roots, and more. Islands connected, nations connected, and legends came to life. Officially, St. Croix has flown seven flags over the last 500 years. Before the American flag and the Danebrog, the Spanish came for gold, the Dutch to trade, the English to raid, and the Knights of St. John to be in charge. The French built a colony only to watch it die of fever. During all of those years, Pirates, Conquistadors, Freebooters, Filibustiers, Corsairs, Buccaneers -whatever you call them- ruled the Caribbean and called St. Croix home, stealing at sea whether they had 'permission' to do so or not, and paying no attention at all to whatever European flag was flying. It is time to recognize our eighth flag. It was black. This is the untold story of St. Croix and a Caribbean long forgotten. Come. Sail with me.

Download or read book The Whydah A Pirate Ship Feared Wrecked and Found written by Martin W. Sandler and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2017-03-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A 2018 YALSA Award for Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults Finalist The exciting true story of the captaincy, wreck, and discovery of the Whydah — the only pirate ship ever found — and the incredible mysteries it revealed. The 1650s to the 1730s marked the golden age of piracy, when fearsome pirates like Blackbeard ruled the waves, seeking not only treasure but also large and fast ships to carry it. The Whydah was just such a ship, built to ply the Triangular Trade route, which it did until one of the greediest pirates of all, Black Sam Bellamy, commandeered it. Filling the ship to capacity with treasure, Bellamy hoped to retire with his bounty — but in 1717 the ship sank in a storm off Cape Cod. For more than two hundred years, the wreck of the Whydah (and the riches that went down with it) eluded treasure seekers, until the ship was finally found in 1984 by marine archaeologists. The artifacts brought up from the ocean floor are priceless, both in value and in the picture they reveal of life in that much-mythologized era, changing much of what we know about pirates.

Download or read book The Everything Pirates Book written by Barb Karg and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2007-04-12 with total page 505 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the corsairs of the Barbary Coast to Blackbeard to Jean Lafitte, pirates have been a part of every culture for centuries. Sometimes terrifying but always colorful characters, their history is as rich with controversy as it is with gold doubloons. The Everything Pirate Book is full of fascinating and little-known facts. Did you know that: Around 75 B.C., Julius Caesar was captured and ransomed by Cilician pirates. After he was released, it is said that he immediately hunted down his captors and killed them; Scottish seafarers and pirates were often nicknamed "red legs" because they wore kilts year round, and their bare legs were often wind- or sunburned; The image of the classic pirate, with flowing clothes, pegleg, eyepatch, parrot on his shoulder, and treasure map in his hand is primarily a result of Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island. With each passing decade, the legends surrounding pirates have grown to epic proportion, right down to their peglegs and buried treasure. The Everything Pirate Book will take you on a pirate tour from ancient times to their Golden Age to the modern-day search for buried treasure and reveals the truth behind the Hollywood hype.

Download or read book Pillaging the Empire written by Kris E Lane and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-07-24 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Between 1500 and 1750, European expansion and global interaction produced vast wealth. As goods traveled by ship along new global trade routes, piracy also flourished on the world’s seas. Pillaging the Empire tells the fascinating story of maritime predation in this period, including the perspectives of both pirates and their victims. Brushing aside the romantic legends of piracy, Kris Lane pays careful attention to the varied circumstances and motives that led to the rise of this bloodthirsty pursuit of riches, and places the history of piracy in the context of early modern empire building. This second edition of Pillaging the Empire has been revised and expanded to incorporate the latest scholarship on piracy, maritime law, and early modern state formation. With a new chapter on piracy in East and Southeast Asia, Lane considers piracy as a global phenomenon. Filled with colorful details and stories of individual pirates from Francis Drake to the women pirates Ann Bonny and Mary Read, this engaging narrative will be of interest to all those studying the history of Latin America, the Atlantic world, and the global empires of the early modern era.

Download or read book Why We Love Pirates written by Rebecca Simon and published by Mango Media Inc.. This book was released on 2020-11-24 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A historian presents “an excellent guide to how pirates became the outlaw celebrities of the high seas” (Greg Jenner, host of the You’re Dead to Me podcast). During his life and even after his death, Captain William Kidd’s name was well known in England and the American colonies. He was infamous for the very crime for which he was hanged, piracy. In this book, historian Rebecca Simon dives into the details of the two-year manhunt for Captain Kidd and the events that ensued. Captain Kidd was hanged in 1701, followed by a massive British-led hunt for all pirates during a period known as the Golden Age of Piracy. Ironically, public executions only increased the popularity of pirates. And, because the American colonies relied on pirates for smuggled goods such as spices, wines, and silks, pirates tended to be protected from capture. This is the story of how pirates became popularly viewed as “Robin Hoods of the Sea”—and how these historical events were pivotal in creating the portrayal of pirates as we know them today. “Only someone who has lived in the shadows chasing faded pirates for an age, and is blessed with creativity, can pull off a book of this high caliber.” —Wreck Watch Magazine