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…
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A world-wide history of piracy from ancient times to the present.
A world-wide history of piracy from ancient times to the present.
"This book discusses the history of pirates, looking at the cruel pirate captains who terrorized their own crews as well as their victims, pirate weapons and ships, and how and where high-tech pirates are still in action today" (publisher)
In their heyday, the sight of a pirate ship on the horizon would strike terror into the hearts of their intended victims. This book explores the generally short and bloody life of the pirate, detailing his ship, weaponry and codes of behaviour, as well as his most famous exploit…