The History Of Piracy
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Book Overview
The History of Piracy by Philip Gosse is a comprehensive account of the origins, development, and decline of piracy throughout history. The book explores the various types of piracy, including those of the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and the Far East, and provides a detailed examination of the lives and exploits of famous pirates such as Blackbeard, Calico Jack, and Captain Kidd. Gosse delves into the political and economic factors that led to the...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1163137332
ISBN13:9781163137338
Release Date:September 2010
Publisher:Kessinger Publishing
Length:380 Pages
Weight:1.12 lbs.
Dimensions:0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"
Customer Reviews
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One of the better books on piracy
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
This modern reprint of a 1932 classic is an invaluable history of piracy. This book, along with David Cordingly's "Under the Black Flag" and Daniel Defoe's "A General History of the Pyrates" (Defoe was writing as Captain Johnson), are the best volumes on piracy I have yet to read. Gosse's history is lively and comprehensive.
An excellent introduction to piracy worldwide.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 25 years ago
Philip Gosse has written a thorough overview of worldwide piracy; concentrating, of course, in the Mediterranean and Caribbean, but including the Far East. Even three cases of female pirates are covered. The subject is described both in breadth and depth, with many "sea stories" included. The only drawback is that some famous pirates, like Jean Lafitte, receive little coverage.
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