| Author |
Exquemelin, A. O. (Alexandre Olivier), 1646?-1707? |
| Editor |
Williams, George Alfred, 1875-1932 |
| Title |
The Pirates of Panama
or, The Buccaneers of America; a True Account of the Famous Adventures and Daring Deeds of Sir Henry Morgan and Other Notorious Freebooters of the Spanish Main
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| Note |
Illustrated by the editor.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 52.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Suzanne Lybarger and the Booksmiths at http://www.eBookForge.net
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| Summary |
"The Pirates of Panama" by A. O. Exquemelin is a historical account written in the late 17th century. This work recounts the thrilling adventures and daring exploits of notorious pirates, particularly focusing on the famed buccaneer Sir Henry Morgan and other freebooters of the Spanish Main. Through a blend of firsthand observations and exciting narratives, the book provides insight into the world of Caribbean piracy and the tumultuous interactions between pirates and colonial powers. At the start of this narrative, the author introduces himself and his journey as part of the West India Company of France, sailing towards the island of Tortuga in 1666. He describes the challenges faced at sea, such as storms and encounters with English frigates. The opening chapters set a vivid scene of maritime life, detailing customs among sailors and the geography of Tortuga, which would soon become a hub for piracy. The text hints at the hardships the author experienced as he transitions from a servant of the company to a participant in the buccaneering lifestyle, paving the way for more exciting tales of piracy to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
F1561: Latin America local history: Panama
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| Subject |
Pirates
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| Subject |
Buccaneers
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| Subject |
Spanish Main
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| Subject |
West Indies -- History
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
26690 |
| Release Date |
Sep 23, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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