Pirates 1660–1730

Osprey Elite #67

by Angus Konstam, Angus McBride (Illustrator)

This book gives an accurate picture of the pirates who sailed in the waters of the Caribbean and off the American coastline during the 'golden age' of piracy between 1660 and 1730. It traces the origins of piratical activity in the 16th century and examines the Boucaneer (Buccaneer) culture in Jamaica and Hispaniola. It details what drove individuals to a life of piracy, how they dressed, their weaponry, the ships they used and the codes by which they operated. Whether viewed as villains or victims the Pirates were a major threat to shipping and commerce in the western Atlantic for more than 70 years.

Genres: History, Nonfiction, Military History, Pirates, 18th Century, 17th Century

64 pages, Paperback

First published October 30, 1998

About the author

Angus Konstam is a Scottish writer of popular history. Born in Aberdeen, Scotland and raised on the Orkney Islands, he has written more than a hundred books on maritime history, naval history, historical atlases, with a special focus on the history of piracy.

Reviews

[Adam Gutschenritter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great overview of those that took to piracy and the equipment and strategies that they employed.

[Nathan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Unromanticized and informative.

[Soph]

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