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Author | : Kevin M McCarthy |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 96 |
Release | : 2015-10-17 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1561649236 |
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Blackbeard, Jose Gaspar, Jean Lafitte—the names conjure up a romantic, swashbuckling figure with a black patch over one eye, a cutlass in his teeth, and a brace of pistols tucked into his waistband. Actors such as Errol Flynn did much to create that devil-may-care attitude glamorized on the silver screen, but in fact, real pirates were not so admirable; for the most part they were cruel, greedy, dastardly brigands, many of whom were slave traders or smugglers in addition to being pirates. Still, we continue to be fascinated by their lives and exploits, perhaps because they led such adventurous lives full of bravery, recklessness and daring. It is certainly more enjoyable— and safer—to read about pirates than to encounter one. This book chronicles the lives and times of 20 notable Florida pirates, from the English privateers of the 1500s to present-day drug smugglers and “yachtjackers." Pirates have always found easy prey in the seas around Florida; not only did the treasure-laden ships on their way back to Europe have to sail close to Florida's shores to catch the currents east, but the treacherous Florida Reef foundered many a ship, making easy pickings. Most of what we know about pirates comes from Navy records, newspaper accounts, or eyewitness statements from those whom the pirates spared. This book distills the most interesting facts from many sources into a book that will be enjoyed by anyone interested in a different perspective on Florida's history.
Author | : James F. Kaserman |
Publisher | : iUniverse |
Total Pages | : 61 |
Release | : 2007 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 0595471528 |
Download Pirates of Southwest Florida Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Presents the history of piracy and smuggling along the hundreds of miles of Southwest Florida's coast from the early 17th century to the present day and the pirates that gave their names to various locales along the coast.
Author | : Terrance Zepke |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 71 |
Release | : 2009-11-01 |
Genre | : Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1561649554 |
Download Pirates of the Carolinas for Kids Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
From Blackbeard to female pirates Anne Bonny and Mary Read, the stories behind some infamous buccaneers and their way of life are revealed. Learn why they became pirates and how they found their treasure. See what kinds of ships they sailed and how they talked. Then enjoy fun pirate activities and take a quiz to test your knowledge. Before you know it, you'll be able to answer questions like: When was the Golden Age of Piracy? —see page 5 What did pirates eat? —see page 6 Did pirates really have wooden legs? —see page 7 What is a sloop? —see page 10 What is hardtack? —see page 15 Does piracy still exist today? —see page 18 What was the name of Blackbeard's flagship? —see page 24 How were women able to disguise themselves and become pirates? —see page 37 Which pirate was known as the "Arch Pirate"? —see page 41 What languages did pirate Billy Lewis speak? —see page 45 Who was Woodes Rogers and why was he sent to the Bahamas? —see page 51 Did pirates follow any rules? —see page 54 What famous author wrote a story about Captain Kidd's buried treasure? —see page 59 Full of fun facts and colorful art, Pirates of the Carolinas for Kids details the life of a pirate in the Golden Age of Piracy and introduces nine of the most famous pirates to weigh anchor in the Carolinas. Previous in series/pp
Author | : Diane Yancey |
Publisher | : Greenhaven Publishing LLC |
Total Pages | : 106 |
Release | : 2012-01-06 |
Genre | : Young Adult Nonfiction |
ISBN | : 1420508490 |
Download Piracy on the High Seas Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
An entertaining and informative look at piracy throughout the centuries, this edition examines the real-life experiences of pirates and pirate hunters. Tales focus on piracy committed in the Caribbean, the Barbary Coast, and Asia, with a chapter devoted to modern piracy in areas like Somalia and the Strait of Malacca. Author Diane Yancey examines how the lives of pirates and their often brutal behavior contrast with romantic portrayals of maritime outlaws. Female pirates are also described, as well as the variety of superstitions that pirates had about women and how this affected their position within the pirate community.
Author | : Terrance Zepke |
Publisher | : Pineapple Press Inc |
Total Pages | : 177 |
Release | : 2005 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1561643440 |
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Thirteen of the most intriguing buccaneers in the history of piracy, all connected somehow to the Carolinas. New edition has an all-new chapter on Blackbeard, as well as updated information on some of the other pirates, and new sections such as: The Truth About Piracy, How To Talk Like a Pirate, a list of pirate movies, a pirate quiz, and more.
Author | : Nikki Beare |
Publisher | : Literary Licensing, LLC |
Total Pages | : 138 |
Release | : 2011-10-01 |
Genre | : |
ISBN | : 9781258116224 |
Download Pirates Pineapples, and People Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Author | : Jack Beater |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 109 |
Release | : 2021-04-01 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 1683340892 |
Download Pirates and Buried Treasures of Florida Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
A timeless collection of pirate stories from Florida originally written in the late 1950s, this book includes stories of well-known and lesser known pirates and buccaneers and the treasure they left behind. From the tale of Gasparilla, the Pirate of Boca Grande, to the tale of the capture of the Mary Anders, these swashbuckling tales of thrilling adventure on the high seas and treasure hunts on land are a delightful part of the history of the Sunshine State.
Author | : Steven D. Singer |
Publisher | : Pineapple Press Inc |
Total Pages | : 404 |
Release | : 1998 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9781561641635 |
Download Shipwrecks of Florida Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Over 2,100 shipwrecks from the 16th century to the present; the most comprehensive listing now available. Wrecks are arranged primarily by geographical section of the state. Within sections, wrecks are arranged chronologically. Extensive and heavily illustrated appendices offer a wealth of information on topics of interest to divers and researchers alike. A companion volume, More Shipwrecks of Florida, is now available from Pineapple Press.
Author | : C. Hallwood |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 207 |
Release | : 2014-12-15 |
Genre | : Political Science |
ISBN | : 1137461500 |
Download Maritime Piracy and Its Control: An Economic Analysis Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Maritime Piracy and its Control develops an economic approach to the problem of modern-day maritime piracy with the goal of assessing the effectiveness of remedies aimed at reducing the incidence of piracy.
Author | : James M. Gray |
Publisher | : Lulu.com |
Total Pages | : 58 |
Release | : 2014-04-28 |
Genre | : History |
ISBN | : 9781312145016 |
Download Memoirs of Juan Gomez, Florida's Last Known Pirate Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This book is a copy of a transcript of a personal conversation as told verbatim by Juan Gomez to Mr. Oliver H. Parker, and written down by Mr. John D. King; who accompanied him to the home of Juan Gomez for an exclusive sit down interview before his death. During Mr. Parker's many visits with Juan, Juan described his life as a pirate and provided Mr. Parker with many drawings to locations he describes as 'treasure locations', where he personally knew certain treasures were buried by pirates with whom he served. This material has never before been made available to the general public, but was passed on by Mr. Fred de La Morton, a renowned historical researcher and friend of Mr. Oliver and Mr. Parker, to James M. Gray; Director of the Florida Historical Research Foundation, to preserve its authenticity, the material content has not been retyped or changed; only the pages were cleaned up, and left exactly as Mr. King wrote it down.