The Pirates

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Time-Life Books, 1978 - History - 192 pages
Discusses the lives and deeds of Henry Every, Stede Bonnet, John Rackam, Blackbeard, Captain Kidd, and other pirates.

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Essay A gallery of rogues who made war on the world
6
A pirate path to the fabled Orient
66
Essay A brawling lair for a lawless breed
128
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Douglas Botting is a writer, journalist, and biographer whose interests include travel, exploration, wild places, and conservation matters. His previous works include Gerald Durrell: The Authorized Biography, The Saga of Ring of Bright Water: The Enigma of Gavin Maxwell, as well as several travel guides. He lives near London.

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