The Monarchs of the Main; Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers. Volume 1 (of 3)
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"The Monarchs of the Main; Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers, Volume 1 (of 3)" by George W. Thornbury is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work delves into the elusive history of the Buccaneers, exploring their origins, lifestyle, and the various adventures they undertook during their reign in the Caribbean. Thornbury aims to provide a vivid portrayal of these fascinating figures, distinguishing them from the more commonly known pirates
of later centuries. The opening of the volume sets the stage by detailing the history and geographical attributes of Tortuga, a pivotal island in Buccaneer lore. It introduces the concept of the Buccaneers as descendants of French hunters who, expelled by the Spaniards from Hispaniola, sought refuge and opportunity on this strategically significant isle. Through rich descriptions, Thornbury paints a picture of the early inhabitants, their motivations, and the socio-political dynamics that surrounded their existence. The text also hints at the transition of the Buccaneers from cunning hunters to sea rovers, setting up an exploration of their notorious escapades against Spanish interests and the conflicts that ensued. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Thornbury, Walter, 1828-1876 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Monarchs of the Main; Or, Adventures of the Buccaneers. Volume 1 (of 3) |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Adam Buchbinder, Rory OConor, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (www.pgdp.net) from scanned images of public domain material generously made available by the Google Books Library Project (books.google.com/) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F2155: History of the Americas: Caribbean area. Caribbean sea |
| Subject | Pirates |
| Subject | Buccaneers |
| Subject | Spanish Main |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38631 |
| Release Date | Jan 21, 2012 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 441 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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