The Resurrected Pirate

Experience the adventures of the pirate George Lowther and learn how he was "resurrected" as a Royal Navy officer, nearly 20 years after his alleged death by suicide in 1723. George Lowther was a mutineer and a pirate, one of the most prolific during the golden age of piracy. His first mate, Edward "Ned" Low, went on to establish himself as perhaps the most sadistic and depraved of all pirate captains. Virtually all popular sources specify Lowther's death being by suicide in 1723, while marooned on the small island of Blanquilla, off the coast of Venezuela. While researching the War of Jenkins' Ear, historian Craig Chapman found repeated references to "Lowther the Pirate" in primary source material. This Lowther was pardoned and commissioned as a Royal Navy lieutenant in 1741. Further research revealed that this was indeed George Lowther, and therefore, that the date and place of his death had been reported erroneously. The 18th century Caribbean seas were filled with vile marauders and heroic mariners, George Lowther was a little of both. AUTHOR: Craig Chapman, an avid researcher and award-winning author, has published three military histories, one of them directly tied to this subject. His style of engaging scholarship is ideally suited to bring an authoritative yet gripping story to readers and keep them turning the pages. Prior to becoming a full-time writer, Craig completed dual careers in information technology and the US Army / National Guard. His work in networking sales and as an infantry officer provided ample experience in public speaking that he has used to promote his past publications on radio broadcasts and before live audiences. He lives in Raleigh, North Carolina, with his wife, Mary Ann. 45 b/w photographs and maps