| Title |
The Pirates Own BookAuthentic Narratives of the Most Celebrated Sea Robbers |
| Note |
Reading ease score: 58.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits |
E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, L. Barber, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Summary |
"The Pirates Own Book" by Charles Ellms is a historical account written during the early 19th century. This work composes authentic narratives centered around some of the most notorious sea robbers and pirates throughout history, exploring their exploits, lifestyles, and the romanticized notion of piracy that continues to capture public imagination. The opening of the book sets the stage by delving into the fearsome reputation of pirates, describing their brutal exploits and the enticing allure of treasure hunting associated with their lives. It introduces the reader to the superstitious psyche of sailors regarding these figures while detailing the moral complexities surrounding piracy—where degradation meets fleeting moments of revelry amidst the harsh realities of a pirate’s existence. The introduction lists various topics that will be covered, including historical accounts of famous pirates, hinting at vivid tales of adventure and conflict, which will draw the reader into the perilous world of seafaring brigands. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject |
Pirates |
| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
12216 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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