The Republic of Pirates
Description
This vivid work of history brings to life the pirates of the early eighteenth-century Caribbean and the lawless maritime world they helped create. Focusing on the pirate haven of Nassau, it reveals how outcasts, sailors, and rebels formed an unexpectedly democratic society that challenged the authority of empires and colonial powers. Through colorful portraits of infamous captains and the political and economic forces surrounding them, the book explores freedom, rebellion, justice, and the limits of authority. Meticulously researched and written with the pace of an adventure narrative, it offers a fresh perspective on the Golden Age of Piracy and its lasting place in history.
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Published Jan 1, 2007
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First Published
2007
Language
eng
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