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The story about the "Whydah" one of the most advanced sailing ships of her day when she set sail from London in 1715. This vessel brought adventure, wealth, misery and doom to all who sailed aboard her.

Presents information about the lives and deeds of pirates and buccaneers, and includes sixteen step-by-step projects inspired by the pirate's life, as well as a cross-section illustration of a pirate ship.

This title focuses on the History of Pirates! It takes a deep look into their origin, fighting tactics, and Golden Age of Piracy. This hi-lo title is complete with thrilling and colorful photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index. Aligned to Common

A look at the reality behind the legends of the Golden Age of Piracy, from the 17th century to the early 19th century. The book portrays the pirates, their weapons, ships, victims, and hideouts, including Port Royal on Jamaica, the "pirate capital of the world."

"A countdown of five of the most legendary pirates provides thrills as readers explore the lives, weapons, and battle tactics of these renegade fighters"--

"Pirates are an enduring, popular subject, depicted often in songs, stories, and Halloween costumes. Yet the truth about pirate women -- who they were, why they went to sea, and what their lives were really like -- is seldom a part of the conversation. A Seven Seas history of the world's female buccaneers, A Pirate's Life for She tells the stories of 16 women through the ages who sailed alongside -- and sometimes in command of -- their male counterparts....