Publisher's Synopsis
Buccaneers And Pirates Of Our Coasts is a non-fiction book written by Frank Richard Stockton and first published in 1898. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of piracy and privateering in America, covering the period from the early 1600s to the late 1800s.The book is divided into three parts. The first part covers the early days of piracy in America, including the activities of famous pirates such as Blackbeard, Captain Kidd, and Anne Bonny. The second part focuses on the Golden Age of piracy in the late 1600s and early 1700s, when pirates such as Henry Morgan and Bartholomew Roberts terrorized the seas. The third part covers the decline of piracy in the 1800s, including the activities of privateers during the War of 1812.Throughout the book, Stockton provides a detailed and engaging account of the lives and activities of these infamous pirates and privateers. He also explores the social and economic conditions that led to the rise of piracy in America, as well as the efforts of governments and navies to combat it.Buccaneers And Pirates Of Our Coasts is a fascinating and informative book that provides a vivid and exciting portrait of the world of piracy in America. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of piracy or the early history of America.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.
