L'identité de l'auteur de l'ouvrage de 1724, Histoire générale des vols et meurtres des plus célèbres pirates, reste inconnue. Malgré une attribution fréquente à Daniel Defoe, ce texte fondateur offre un récit vivant et durable des vies et des exploits des pirates. Sa publication continue en de nombreuses éditions et traductions dans le monde entier souligne la fascination durable pour l'Âge d'Or de la piraterie et ses figures légendaires.
Captain Charles Johnson's colourful accounts of the most roguish and infamous highwaymen in history comes to life in this new publication featuring the original 1734 engravings alongside additional complementary material from the Library's collections.
Exploring the lives of notorious pirates, this historical account delves into the true stories behind legendary figures like Blackbeard, Captain Avery, and the infamous female pirates Mary Read and Anne Bonny. The book covers a wide range of characters and their crews, detailing their exploits and the brutal realities of piracy. Additionally, it includes legal context regarding piracy, shedding light on the societal and maritime laws of the time. Authored by the enigmatic Captain Charles Johnson, the narrative reflects a deep understanding of nautical life.
This new edition of the most influential book about pirates ever written presents twenty action-packed biographies of the likes of Blackbeard and Captain Kidd along with the celebrated female pirates Mary Reed and Anne Bonny. A classic from 1724 brought back to life with extra material from the Library collections.
This book uncovers the true stories behind legendary pirates that inspired countless novels and films, including "Black Sails" and "Pirates of the Caribbean." It details the lives and crews of infamous figures like Blackbeard, Captain Avery, and Anne Bonny, while exploring the history of piracy and maritime law.
"Treasure Island (And the True Story Behind the Novel)" is an anthology that pairs Robert Louis Stevenson's classic adventure with historical accounts and analyses from authors like Daniel Defoe and Captain Charles Johnson. It explores the blend of fiction and real pirate histories, offering insights into 18th-century maritime lore and the literary movements of the time.
Originally published in folio size complete with fine engravings, this new collection of Captain Charles Johnson's tales of rogues includes the very best of the bunch, along with decorative plates from the British Library collections.