Publisher's Synopsis
The Pirates Own Book, written by Charles Ellms and originally published in 1837, is a collection of authentic narratives detailing the lives, exploits, and executions of some of the most notorious sea robbers in history. The book features stories of famous pirates such as Blackbeard, Captain Kidd, and Anne Bonny, as well as lesser-known but equally fascinating figures like Mary Read and Calico Jack Rackham. The book provides a vivid and detailed account of the pirates' lives, from their early days as sailors to their eventual turn to piracy, and the various battles and skirmishes they engaged in on the high seas. The book also delves into the pirates' personal lives, including their relationships with fellow pirates and their interactions with women. In addition to the narratives themselves, The Pirates Own Book also includes illustrations and diagrams of pirate ships and weaponry, as well as a glossary of nautical terms and slang. The book is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of piracy, and remains a classic in the genre of pirate literature.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.
