Publisher's Synopsis
Captain William Kidd and Others of the Pirates or Buccaneers Who Ravaged the Seas the Islands and the Continents of America Two Hundred Years Ago is a historical book written by John S. C. Abbott. The book provides a detailed account of the infamous pirates and buccaneers who terrorized the seas and the lands of America two hundred years ago. The book primarily focuses on the notorious pirate Captain William Kidd, who was executed for his crimes in 1701. The author describes the life and times of Captain Kidd, his voyages, and his infamous treasure hunt. The book also covers other notorious pirates such as Blackbeard, Henry Morgan, and Anne Bonny. The author delves into the origins of piracy, the pirate code, and the tactics used by pirates to plunder ships and coastal towns. The book provides a vivid description of the battles between the pirates and the naval forces of various countries, including England, Spain, and France. The author also explores the political and economic factors that led to the rise of piracy in the 17th and 18th centuries. Overall, Captain William Kidd and Others of the Pirates or Buccaneers Who Ravaged the Seas the Islands and the Continents of America Two Hundred Years Ago is a captivating account of the golden age of piracy and the colorful characters that defined it.1876. Illustrated. American Pioneers and Patriots series. In this volume Captain Kidd and the Buccaneers reveal to us the awful condition of North and South America, when there was no protecting law here, and when pirates swept sea and land, inflicting atrocities, the narrative of which causes the ear which hears it to tingle. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
