Sir Henry Morgan: Buccaneer

By Merritt Parmelee Allen

Book Overview

Sir Henry Morgan: Buccaneer is a biographical book written by Merritt Parmelee Allen. The book tells the story of Sir Henry Morgan, a Welsh privateer who became one of the most successful buccaneers of the 17th century. The book covers Morgan's early life, his rise to power as a privateer, and his exploits in the Caribbean, including his raids on Spanish settlements and his capture of the city of Panama. The book also explores the political and social context of Morgan's time, including the conflicts between European powers in the Caribbean and the impact of piracy on the region. Allen draws on historical records and primary sources to create a vivid portrait of Morgan as a complex and controversial figure, both feared and admired by his contemporaries. The book is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history of piracy and the Caribbean in the 17th century.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: 1163184888
• ISBN13: 9781163184882
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"