Part 1 reprinted from the 1st English ed. (1684) of De Americaensche zee-roovers, by A. O. Exquemelin. Part 2 reprinted from A general history of the robberies and murders of the most notorious pyrates ... By Captain Charles Johnson, from the 3d ed., London, 1725. The latter is attributed to Daniel Defoe based on internal textual relationship to his works of proven authorship together with supporting external evidence.

Release date is 2024-05-08

Editor's introduction -- The translator to the reader (of 1684) -- Part 1. The history of the buccaneers of America, by A. O. Exquemelin -- Part 2. A genuine account of four notorious pirates, by C. Johnson: Of Captain Teach alias Blackbeard. Of Captain William Kidd. Of Captain Bartholomew Roberts and his crew. Captain Avery and his crew.

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"The Buccaneers and Marooners of America: Being an Account of the Famous Adventures, and Daring Deeds of Certain Notorious Freebooters of the Spanish Main" edited by Howard Pyle is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The text delves into the thrilling exploits of infamous pirates and buccaneers who roamed the Caribbean, painting a vivid picture of their audacious lives. The book introduces iconic figures such as Captain Henry Morgan and provides detailed narratives of their exploits, capturing the adventurous spirit of piracy during this tumultuous period. The opening of the book sets the stage for these adventures, starting with the author's journey from France to the island of Tortuga, and establishing the context of piracy in the Caribbean. It reveals the motivations behind buccaneering, mentioning the interactions between the Spanish and French, and hints at the lawlessness that defined the region's tumultuous history. The author, who becomes involved with the pirates after enduring hardship as a servant, foreshadows his forthcoming tales of daring exploits. This initial portion effectively immerses the reader in the world of seafaring rogues and sets the tone for the thrilling stories to unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: London: T. Fisher Unwin, 1891