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LoC No.: 02015922

Title: A General History of the Pyrates:
from their first rise and settlement in the island of Providence, to the present time

Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_General_History_of_the_Pyrates

Contents: The preface -- Introduction -- Of Captain Avery, and his crew -- Of Captain Martel, and his crew -- Of Captain Teach, alias Black-Beard -- Of Major Stede Bonnet, and his crew -- Of Capt. Edw. England, and his crew -- Of Capt. Chales Vane, and his crew -- Of Capt. Rackam, and his crew -- The life of Mary Read -- The life of Anne Bonny -- Of Capt. Howell Davis, and his crew -- Of Capt. Bar. Roberts, and his crew -- Of Capt. Anstis, and his crew -- Of Capt. Worley, and his crew -- Of Capt. Low and his crew -- Of Capt. John Evans and his crew -- Of Capt. John Phillips, and his crew -- Of Captain Spriggs, and his crew.

Credits: Produced by Jens Sadowski (based on page scans provided
by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "A General History of the Pyrates" by Daniel Defoe is a historical account written in the early 18th century. The book explores the rise and adventures of infamous pirates, particularly focusing on notorious characters including female pirates Mary Read and Anne Bonny. Its purpose is to document the fascinating and ruthless world of piracy, detailing the exploits of these sea bandits and the consequences of their actions. The opening of the text serves as a comprehensive introduction to the context and intricacies of piracy, discussing its historical ramifications and the circumstances that allowed piracy to flourish, particularly in the Caribbean. It outlines several key reasons for the increase of pirates, including the abundance of uninhabited islands that provided refuge and resources, as well as the lucrative trade routes that were ripe for plundering. It also highlights early examples of pirates from Roman history, setting the stage for a more detailed account of prominent figures and events that would be chronicled in subsequent chapters. Here, it establishes the tone and intent, promising a blend of fact and adventure in its portrayal of pirate life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 55.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Author: Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731

EBook No.: 40580

Published: Aug 25, 2012

Downloads: 1824

Language: English

Subject: Pirates -- Early works to 1800

LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation

LoCC: History of the Americas: Caribbean area. Caribbean sea

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 02015922

Title: A General History of the Pyrates:
from their first rise and settlement in the island of Providence, to the present time

Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_General_History_of_the_Pyrates

Contents: The preface -- Introduction -- Of Captain Avery, and his crew -- Of Captain Martel, and his crew -- Of Captain Teach, alias Black-Beard -- Of Major Stede Bonnet, and his crew -- Of Capt. Edw. England, and his crew -- Of Capt. Chales Vane, and his crew -- Of Capt. Rackam, and his crew -- The life of Mary Read -- The life of Anne Bonny -- Of Capt. Howell Davis, and his crew -- Of Capt. Bar. Roberts, and his crew -- Of Capt. Anstis, and his crew -- Of Capt. Worley, and his crew -- Of Capt. Low and his crew -- Of Capt. John Evans and his crew -- Of Capt. John Phillips, and his crew -- Of Captain Spriggs, and his crew.

Credits: Produced by Jens Sadowski (based on page scans provided
by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "A General History of the Pyrates" by Daniel Defoe is a historical account written in the early 18th century. The book explores the rise and adventures of infamous pirates, particularly focusing on notorious characters including female pirates Mary Read and Anne Bonny. Its purpose is to document the fascinating and ruthless world of piracy, detailing the exploits of these sea bandits and the consequences of their actions. The opening of the text serves as a comprehensive introduction to the context and intricacies of piracy, discussing its historical ramifications and the circumstances that allowed piracy to flourish, particularly in the Caribbean. It outlines several key reasons for the increase of pirates, including the abundance of uninhabited islands that provided refuge and resources, as well as the lucrative trade routes that were ripe for plundering. It also highlights early examples of pirates from Roman history, setting the stage for a more detailed account of prominent figures and events that would be chronicled in subsequent chapters. Here, it establishes the tone and intent, promising a blend of fact and adventure in its portrayal of pirate life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 55.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Author: Defoe, Daniel, 1661?-1731

EBook No.: 40580

Published: Aug 25, 2012

Downloads: 1824

Language: English

Subject: Pirates -- Early works to 1800

LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation

LoCC: History of the Americas: Caribbean area. Caribbean sea

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.