
THE BOOK OF PIRATES: 70+ Adventure Classics, Legends & True History of the Notorious Buccaneers
Tales of High Seas Adventure: Legends, Classics & History of the Notorious BuccaneersBy Jules Verne, Charles Dickens, Robert Louis Stevenson, James Fenimore Cooper, Edgar Allan Poe, William Hope Hodgson, Howard Pyle, Jack London, Arthur Conan Doyle, Richard Le Gallienne, Walter Scott, Daniel Defoe, Alexandre Dumas, Charles Ellms, Frederick Marryat, Harold MacGrath, Joseph Lewis French, Harry Collingwood, Stanley Lane-Poole, Charles Boardman Hawes, L. Frank Baum, J. M. Barrie, R. M. Ballantyne, G. A. Henty, J. D. Jerrold Kelley, J. Allan Dunn, Robert E. Howard, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Ralph D. Paine, Captain Charles Johnson, W. H. G. Kingston, Currey E. Hamilton, John EsquemelingLength480h 53m
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THE BOOK OF PIRATES: 70+ Adventure Classics, Legends & True History of the Notorious Buccaneers presents an enthralling tapestry woven from the diverse narratives of sea-roving outlaws and their daring exploits. This anthology is an odyssey through oceans of imagination where tales of swashbuckling heroics intertwine with strands of history and myth. Across its sprawling compendium, classics of high-seas adventure intermingle with evocative legends and piercing accounts of historical buccaneers, offering readers an unparalleled panorama of the pirate genre. The narratives range from suspenseful chases and treasure hunts to contemplative reflections on freedom and morality, ensuring a rich diversity of literary styles and emotional depth. The contributors to this collection are titans of imaginative fiction, with literary luminaries such as Jules Verne, Charles Dickens, and Edgar Allan Poe among them. These authors, juxtaposed with historical chroniclers like Captain Charles Johnson, craft a kaleidoscope of perspectives, illustrating the transformation of pirate lore across cultures and epochs. The anthology pays homage to Romanticism's fascination with the sea and aligns with the adventurous spirit of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This convergence of voices, each differentiated by unique historical and cultural backgrounds, provides a multifaceted exploration of nautical adventures. This formidable assemblage is a treasure trove for those seeking to explore the multifarious layers of pirate lore. With contributions encapsulating varying tones and insights, THE BOOK OF PIRATES invites readers to embark on a literary voyage that promises both thrills and an expansive understanding of the myths and realities surrounding these notorious buccaneers. Perfect for scholars, enthusiasts, and casual adventurers alike, this volume offers educational enlightenment, a depth of reflection, and an engaging dialogue that bridges the timeless gap between imagination and history.
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GenreHistory, General Fiction
Length480 hrs 53 mins
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Publish dateJan 16, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1THE BOOK OF PIRATES: 70+ Adventure Classics, Legends & True History of the Notorious Buccaneers
2The Preface
3Introduction
4Chapter I. Of Captain Avery, And his Crew
5Chapter II. Of Captain Martel, And his Crew
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6Chapter III. Of Captain Teach, alias Black-beard
7Chapter IV. Of Major Stede Bonnet, And his Crew
8Chapter V. Of Capt. Edward England, And his Crew
9Chapter VI. Of Captain Charles Vane, And his Crew
10Chapter VII. Of Captain John Rackam, And his Crew
11Chapter VIII. The Life of Mary Read, And Anne Bonny
12Chapter IX. Of Captain Howel Davis, And his Crew
13Chapter X. Of Captain Bartho. Roberts, And his Crew (pt. 1)
14Chapter X. Of Captain Bartho. Roberts, And his Crew (pt. 2)
15Chapter XI. Of Captain Anstis, And his Crew
16Chapter XII. Of Captain Worley, And his Crew
17Chapter XIII. Of Capt. George Lowther, And his Crew
18Chapter XIV. Of Captain Edward Low, And his Crew
19Chapter XV. Of Capt. John Evans, And his Crew
20Chapter XVI. Of Captain John Phillips, And his Crew
21Chapter XVII. Of Captain Spriggs, And his Crew
22Chapter XVIII. An Account of the Pyracies and Murders committed by Philip Roche, &c.
23Chapter XIX. An Abstract of the Civil Law and Statute Law now in Force, in Relation to Pyracy
24Chapter XX. Of Captain Misson
25Chapter XXI. Of Capt. JOHN Bowen
26Chapter XXII. Of Capt. WILLIAM KID
27Chapter XXIII. Of Captain Tew, And his Crew
28Chapter XXIV. Of Capt. Halsey, And his Crew
29Chapter XXV. Of Captain Thomas White, And his Crew
30Chapter XXVI. Of Captain Condent, And his Crew
31Chapter XXVII. A Description of Magadoxa
32Chapter XXVIII. Of Capt. Bellamy
33Chapter XXIX. Of Captain William Fly, And his Crew
34Chapter XXX. Of Capt. Thomas Howard, And his Crew
35Chapter XXXI. Of Captain Lewis. And his Crew
36Chapter XXXII. Of Captain Cornelius, And his Crew
37Chapter XXXIII. Of Capt. David Williams, And his Crew
38Chapter XXXIV. Of Capt. Samuel Burgess, And his Crew
39I. Of Capt. Nathaniel North, And his Crew
40II. Of Captain Teach
41III. Of Major Bonnet
42IV. Of Captain Worley
43V. Of Captain Martel
44VI. The Trial of the Pyrates at Providence
45VII. Of Captain Vane
46VIII. Of Captain Bowen
47Foreword
48Preface
49Chapter I. Buccaneers and Marooners of the Spanish Main
50Chapter II. The Ghost of Captain Brand