A General History of the PyratesUniversity of South Carolina Press, 1972 - 717 pages Considered the major source of information about piracy in the early 18th century, this fascinating history by the author of "Robinson Crusoe" profiles the deeds of Edward (Blackbeard) Teach, Captain Kidd, Anne Bonny, others. |
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Page 373
... Mate went to rest . The 15th of November , at Night , was the Time designed for the Tragedy ; but Francis Wise relented , and appear'd desirous to divert them from their bloody Purposes . Roche ( sometimes call'd Captain ) told him ...
... Mate went to rest . The 15th of November , at Night , was the Time designed for the Tragedy ; but Francis Wise relented , and appear'd desirous to divert them from their bloody Purposes . Roche ( sometimes call'd Captain ) told him ...
Page 468
... Mate , who was acquainted with the Way of working among Pyrates , answered he would find his Mistake , and said he had seen many a warm Day , but feared this would be the hottest . The Brigan- tine turn'd up again , and coming a - stern ...
... Mate , who was acquainted with the Way of working among Pyrates , answered he would find his Mistake , and said he had seen many a warm Day , but feared this would be the hottest . The Brigan- tine turn'd up again , and coming a - stern ...
Page 599
... Mates . When they had got under Sail , 200 Negroes jump'd over- board from the larger Ship , which obliged her to bring to and get out her Boats ; the Mate of the other went into the Cabin , told the Accident , and advised lying by ...
... Mates . When they had got under Sail , 200 Negroes jump'd over- board from the larger Ship , which obliged her to bring to and get out her Boats ; the Mate of the other went into the Cabin , told the Accident , and advised lying by ...
Contents
Illustrations | ix |
Of Captain George Lowther and his Crew | xii |
Of Captain Edward Low and his Crew | xiii |
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