Pirates And Piracy (1902)

By Oscar Herrmann and Herman A (Herman August) Heydt

Book Overview

Pirates and Piracy is a historical account of the infamous pirates and piracy that plagued the seas during the 17th and 18th centuries. Written by Oscar Herrmann and originally published in 1902, this book is a comprehensive study of the lives of pirates, their methods, and the impact they had on global trade and commerce. The book covers the Golden Age of Piracy, the Caribbean pirates, the Barbary pirates, and the pirates of the East Indies. It also includes detailed accounts of famous pirates such as Blackbeard, Captain Kidd, and Anne Bonny. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the pirate�������s way of life, the codes they followed, their weapons, and their tactics. The book also explores the political and economic factors that contributed to the rise of piracy and the measures taken to combat it. Pirates and Piracy is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of piracy and its impact on the world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164823604
• ISBN13: 9781164823605
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"