Blackbeard: Buccaneer (1922)

Blackbeard: Buccaneer is a historical non-fiction book written by Ralph Delahaye Paine and published in 1922. The book is a detailed account of the life and adventures of the infamous pirate Edward Teach, also known as Blackbeard. Paine delves into Blackbeard's early life, his rise to power as a pirate, and his eventual downfall. The book also explores the political and social context of piracy during the 18th century, including the role of colonial powers and the impact of piracy on trade and commerce. Paine draws on primary sources, including court records and contemporary accounts, to provide a vivid and accurate portrayal of Blackbeard and his world. The book is a compelling read for anyone interested in piracy, history, and adventure.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.