A General History of The Pyrates

Author: Daniel Defoe
Publisher: Lindhardt og Ringhof
ISBN: 8728119002
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 304

Book Description
‘A General History of the Pyrates’ is a captivating account of some of history’s most notorious pirates. The author, writing as Captain Charles Johnson, blends fiction and non-fiction to provide readers with a most entertaining version of these iconic heroes and villains. This book was a massive success upon its first release due to its adventurous stories filled with danger and treasure and its influence lives on to this day as it shaped the modern view of pirates. Some of the best accounts in the book are of the infamous Blackbeard and the trailblazing female pirates Anne Bonny and Mary Read. ‘A General History of the Pyrates’ is the definitive story of the golden age of piracy and should be read by fans of books such as ‘Treasure Island’ and movies such as ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’. Daniel Defoe (1660 – 1731) is one of the most important authors in the English language. Defoe was one of the original English novelists and greatly helped to popularise the form. Defoe was highly prolific and is believed to have written over 300 works ranging from novels to political pamphlets. He was highly celebrated but also controversial as his writings influenced politicians but also led to Defoe being imprisoned. Defoe’s novels have been translated into many languages and are still read across the globe to this day. Some of his most famous books include ‘Moll Flanders’ and ‘Robinson Crusoe’ which was adapted into a movie starring Pierce Brosnan and Damian Lewis in 1997. Defoe’s influence on English novels cannot be understated and his legacy lives on to this day.

Secret City

Author: Chris Archer
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9780613720304
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
When George van Gelder finds an old treasure map in his attic, he knows he's onto something. His house was built by the notorious Captain Kidd, the pirate whose stolen treasure has been lost for centuries. Includes a collectible card. Consumable.

A General History of the Pyrates

Author: Daniel Defoe
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 230

Book Description
Daniel Defoe's 'A General History of the Pyrates' is a seminal work that provides a comprehensive account of the lives and exploits of pirates during the Golden Age of Piracy. Written in a journalistic and immersive style, Defoe's work brings to life the thrilling tales of infamous pirates such as Blackbeard, Calico Jack, and Anne Bonny. This book not only serves as a captivating adventure narrative but also offers valuable insights into the political and social contexts that contributed to the rise of piracy in the 17th and 18th centuries. Defoe's meticulous research and attention to detail make 'A General History of the Pyrates' a valuable historical resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. It showcases his ability to weave together factual information with vivid storytelling, making it a timeless classic in the genre of pirate literature. Recommended for readers interested in the history of piracy, maritime adventures, or Defoe's distinctive narrative style.

Black Beard

Author: Robert Place Napton
Publisher: Dynamite
ISBN: 1606901214
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
Languages : en
Pages : 170

Book Description
Producers Eduardo (writer of The Blair Witch Project) Sanchez and Gregg (Producer of The Blair Witch Project) Hale are joined by Robert Napton and Jamie Nash to present the ultimate adventure tale of a bygone age, when pyrates ruled the waters! Beginning with his childhood through to his bitter end, Blackbeard's legacy has never been explored as deeply and illustrated as beautifully by Mario Guevara than now! Also contains biographical information on Blackbeard and a complete cover gallery.

Eye of Eternity

Author: Chris Archer
Publisher: Scholastic Paperbacks
ISBN: 9780439368520
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 169

Book Description
Searching beneath the city has proven to be an exciting adventure for George and his friends, and the discovery of Captain Kidd's journal may provide clues to the whereabouts of the gem, but not before leading them through danger.

Pyrate's Boy

Author: E. B. Colin
Publisher: Kelpies
ISBN: 9781782500131
Category : Adventure stories
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
ADVENTURE STORIES. 'The boy looks about seven or eight years old and should weigh next to nothing. And yet it takes four men to drag him out of the water. We soon realise why. Padlocked around his ankle is a thick metal chain, which plummets right down to the sea's bottom. If we want to save him, we have to pull up the chain. And whatever is at the end of it.' Pyrate ship The Tenacity has taken on a drowning boy with a lead box chained to his ankle. What could be precious enough to keep in a box with a human buoy? Whatever it is, those who have lost it will come after it. Silas, pyrate's boy on The Tenacity, recounts his adventures -- every fall from the rigging, every escape from an erupting island volcano, every navigation through coral reefs, every encounter with a knife-wielding, cartwheeling girl -- as he and the crew and Captain Jon Harkin, aka Black Johnnie, outwit their pursuers. Ages 9+

Dead Man's Chest

Author: Chris Archer
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Children's stories
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
Dead men tell no tales. They are close to the treasure ... but closer to getting caught ...

Dictionary of Pyrate Biography

Author: Baylus C. Brooks
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1678182346
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 602

Book Description
From the author of "Quest for Blackbeard," more than 720 entries have been researched historically and genealogically, where applicable, to describe the Golden Age of Piracy in the most detail now possible with the extraordinary availability of records from around the world! Included are the many pirates themselves, their families, facilitators of piracy, and some of their more influential victims. Many entries also include transcriptions of the primary sources which reveal their legends.

The Last Clue

Author: Chris Archer
Publisher: Turtleback Books
ISBN: 9780606309653
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
In the last episode of the Pyrates adventure, George and his friends have the final map, but they don't yet know how to find the Eye of Eternity gem. They soon learn that Leroy has kidnapped Kira Trenov and threatens to kill her if the kids don't turn over the diamond.

THE PIRATES OF THE HIGH SEAS â Know Your Infamous Buccaneers, Their Exploits & Their Real Histories

Author: Daniel Defoe
Publisher: e-artnow
ISBN: 8027230845
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 1365

Book Description
This unique collection of "THE PIRATES OF THE HIGH SEAS – Know Your Infamous Buccaneers, Their Exploits & Their Real Histories (9 Books in One Edition)" has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards. A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pirates (Captain Charles Johnson) Book of Pirates: Fiction, Fact & Fancy (Howard Pyle) The Book of Buried Treasure: Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates (Ralph D. Paine) The Pirates Own Book: Authentic Narratives of the Most Celebrated Sea Robbers (Charles Ellms) Sea-Wolves of the Mediterranean (Currey E. Hamilton) The Pirates of Panama (A True Account by a Pirate) (John Esquemeling) The Story of the Barbary Corsairs (J. D. Jerrold Kelley and Stanley Lane-Poole) The Pirate Gow (Daniel Defoe) The King of Pirates (Daniel Defoe)