Pirates. The History of Privateers, Buccaneers, and Corsairs

Piracy arose in the times when people first took to the sea. The true realities of the pirate world captivate far more than literary and Hollywood myths. Notable piracy historian Angus Konstam examines the centuries-long history of maritime robbery, starting with bandits who poisoned the lives of ancient Greeks and ending with modern pirates of Somalia and the Philippines. All significant milestones of piracy are covered: from the raids of Vikings and Barbary corsairs to the pirates of the Far East, and of course, the famous Golden Age of Piracy is vividly presented, during which such colorful figures as Blackbeard and Captain Kidd sailed the seas. An all-encompassing and detailed narrative, based on solid sources, is complemented by luxurious colorful illustrations and unique maps.