The History of Pirates
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| Rating | : | 4.55 (812 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1904668070 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 192 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-01-06 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
ANGUS KONSTAM has written over a dozen books on piracy, shipwrecks, and exploration for the Atlas series. He has made a lifelong study of maritime history and archaeology, and the history of early European development. He was on the staff of the National Maritime Museum, London, for twelve years, and organized such exhibitions as ‘The Art of the Van de Veldes’ and the acclaimed and highly successfu
Keith miller said rrrrrrr. tells you all that you need to know. cmon who doesn't love pirates. you'll be sea bound in no time. "A Must Have Book for any Pirate Enthusiast" according to Richard Sellati. The History of Pirates by Angus Konstam is a must have book for any pirate enthusiast. It spans the entire history of piracy, although not to any great depth, and it uses some of the best pictures and art work I have seen. This is a perfect coffee table book as suggested by some other reviewers, and it . "A powerful visual impact" according to D. Donovan, Editor/Sr. Reviewer. Angus Konstam's HISTORY OF PIRATES uses works from the Mariners' Museum in Virginia to provide a powerful visual impact. Piracy from ancient to modern times is surveyed in a series of maps, images, and discussions that cover specific events, regions, and pirates. Plenty of historical and political backg
Detailed maps bear vivid testimony to the far-ranging exploits of these capricious, sometimes charismatic, and frequently bloodthirsty sea-dogs and highwaymen of the oceans.. It is a thorough, authoritative and memorable portrait of the fascinating world of pirates. The History of Pirates traces piracy from the seas of antiquity to the New World and beyond
It represents a thorough, authoritative, and memorable portrait of the fascinating world of pirates. He was on the staff of the National Maritime Museum in London for twelve years. Modern pirates regularly attack vessels sailing through the South China Sea. Konstam's vast knowledge of maritime history, and his study of countless manuscripts and historic objects, have helped to make this book a truly exceptional study. (8 1/2 11, 192 pages, color photos, maps, illustrations) Angus Konstam was formerly Curator of Arms and Armour at the Tower of London, and was also Chief Curator at the Mel Fisher Maritime Museum in Key West. Detailed maps bear vivid testimony to the far-ranging exploits of these capricious, often charismatic, and frequently bloodthirsty robbers of the high seas. From the Back Cover Piracy flourished in the early 18th century, producing many