Publisher's Synopsis
Blackbeard: Buccaneer is a historical non-fiction book written by Ralph Delahaye Paine in 1922. The book tells the story of Edward Teach, also known as Blackbeard, who was one of the most notorious pirates in the Caribbean during the early 18th century. The book explores Blackbeard's life, from his early days as a sailor to his rise as a feared pirate, and his eventual downfall at the hands of the British Navy. Paine paints a vivid picture of the pirate's exploits, from his daring raids on merchant ships to his legendary battles with other pirates and naval vessels. The book also delves into the social and political context of piracy at the time, including the role of colonial powers and the impact of piracy on trade and commerce. Blackbeard: Buccaneer is a thrilling and informative read that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of piracy in the Caribbean.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.
