Name: X Marks the Spot: Debunking Pirate Myths (en Inglés)
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Author: Finnegan, Edward
ISBN: 9781456643096

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Formato

Libro Físico

Autor

Edward Finnegan

Editorial

Ebookit.com

Idioma

Inglés

N° páginas

104

Encuadernación

Tapa Blanda

Dimensiones

22.9 x 15.2 x 0.6 cm

Peso

0.16 kg.

ISBN13

9781456643096

Categorías

Siglo xvii - c. 1600-c. 1699
Folclore, mitos y leyendas
Historia general y del mundo
Historia marítima

X Marks the Spot: Debunking Pirate Myths (en Inglés)

Edward Finnegan (Autor) · Ebookit.com · Tapa Blanda

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Sail Beyond Myths and into the Heart of Piracy's True TalesDive into the swashbuckling depths of history with "X Marks the Spot: Debunking Pirate Myths," your treasure map to unraveling the enigmas of the high seas. Forget what you think you know about pirates-the flagrant villains and the romantic antiheroes that Hollywood has offered you. It's time to meet the authentic buccaneers, whose stories have been shrouded in far more than sea mist.Our voyage begins by setting the stage in The Golden Age of Piracy, where myths are cast off like heavy anchors. Discover the truth behind the origins of the Jolly Roger and its multiple misconceptions. Unearth the daily gritty existence the pirates endured, starkly contrasting with the charming life of freedom you've been sold.Steady as you go, you'll scrutinize the fabled Pirate's Code-was it a blueprint for democracy or another tall tale? You'll dig up the dirt on buried treasure, the real stories behind the treasure maps, and the betrayals fueled by gilded desires. From the notorious Blackbeard to the overlooked but formidable female pirates like Anne Bonny, this book corrects the courses charted by exaggeration and misrepresentation.Amid ripping sea battles and devastating raids, you'll stand shoulder to shoulder with captains as legends come alive in The Terror of the Seas. Feel the deck beneath your feet as you learn about the actual types of ships that cut through the ocean's waves and the tactics pirates employed to become the terror of the trading routes.As we reach calmer waters in The End of the Era, witness how the once-mighty pirates were brought to their knees by sagacious naval forces. Finally, reflect on the cultural legacy these maritime marauders have left in their wake-how they shaped international waters, maritime laws, and indefinitely, our fascination with piracy.Prepare to hoist the sails on an expedition that not only busts long-held myths but also pays homage to the authentic villains and heroes of the sea. Embark on this nautical adventure in the pages of "X Marks the Spot: Debunking Pirate Myths", and return to port with a treasure trove of true pirate lore.