HISTORY OF PIRATES – True Story of the Most Notorious Pirates (eBook)

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2023
555 Seiten
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HISTORY OF PIRATES – True Story of the Most Notorious Pirates offers an enthralling exploration into the lives and legends of some of history's most infamous sea marauders. This anthology weaves a tapestry of intrigue, adventure, and the relentless pursuit of freedom that defined the Golden Age of Piracy. With a rich diversity of narrative styles, it captures the notorious exploits of pirate figures, immersing the reader in tales of high seas treachery, mutiny, and the endless struggle against authority. While navigating these narratives, readers are invited to ponder the romanticized and often misguided perceptions of pirate life. This collection features the amalgamated insight of Daniel Defoe and Captain Charles Johnson, seminal figures whose works have indelibly marked the pirate genre. Their contributions bring forth a blend of historical authenticity and imaginative flourish, reflecting the zeitgeist of the 18th-century fascination with these enigmatic outlaws. The intersection of Defoe's narrative prowess with Johnson's detailed chronicling presents a well-rounded view into the socio-political implications of piracy, thus enriching the anthology with a multifaceted exploration of a fascinating period. HISTORY OF PIRATES stands as a compelling portal into a turbulent epoch, making it an essential read for aficionados of history and literature alike. This collection's educational value lies in its comprehensive capture of varied pirate experiences, presenting an opportunity for readers to dissect the myriad motivations and cultural impacts of piracy. It is a remarkable invitation to sail through stories that continue to ignite imagination and debate, fostering a dialogue between the storied past and contemporary interpretations of freedom and rebellion.

Daniel Defoe (c. 1660 – 24 April 1731) was an English trader, writer, journalist, pamphleteer, and spy, now most famously known for his novel 'Robinson Crusoe'. A versatile and prolific writer, Defoe was indeed at the heart of the emergence of the modern novel and journalism in the early 18th century. Although his 'HISTORY OF PIRATES – True Story of the Most Notorious Pirates' isn't as well known as 'Robinson Crusoe', it continues to be of significant importance for those interested in the golden age of piracy. Defoe's work in this treatise is one of the early examples of painstaking historical narrative about the lives of pirates, wherein he adopts a reportorial style that grounds his tales of high seas adventure in researched fact. Defoe's literary prowess was not limited to works of fiction; his oeuvre includes over 500 books, pamphlets, and journals on a wide range of topics, including politics, crime, religion, marriage, psychology, and the supernatural. His writing style, characterized by a vivid imagination as well as a compelling journalistic detail, has cemented him as an early innovator of the modern novel and a key contributor to the development of reportorial narratives, which was quite different in nature but highly influential in the literary world.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 12.12.2023
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Literatur Historische Romane
Sachbuch/Ratgeber Geschichte / Politik Allgemeines / Lexika
Schlagworte 18th century British authors • 18th century naval history • Air and Ash • black sails • Castle Federation • culturally significant pirate stories • Daniel Defoe • Daniel Defoe literature • Daughter of the Pirate King • Defoe maritime exploration narratives • early modern high seas adventure • factual pirate legends accounts • first-person pirate tales • Golden Age of Piracy • golden age piracy history • historical maritime history • historical non-fiction piracy • historical piracy accounts • historical pirate narratives • infamous pirate legends • Maritime History • maritime history enthusiasts • maritime law 18th century • multifaceted pirate stories • nautical adventure anthology • notorious pirates • On Stranger Tides • Peter Pan • pirate biographies • pirate biographies true events • pirate history immersion • pirate latitudes • Pirate legends • pirate life exploration • pirate lore collection • Pirates of the Caribbean • sea adventure tales • seafaring historical accounts • Treasure Island • True pirate stories
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