Author Description

Pirates and Piracy is a historical non-fiction book authored by Oscar Herrmann and first published in 1902. The book provides an in-depth account of piracy and its evolution throughout history, from the ancient Mediterranean to the Caribbean during the Golden Age of Piracy. The author delves into the lives and activities of famous pirates such as Blackbeard, Captain Kidd, and Henry Morgan, as well as lesser-known pirates whose exploits have been largely forgotten. The book also explores the political and economic factors that led to the rise of piracy, including the slave trade, colonialism, and the growth of international trade. Herrmann provides detailed descriptions of pirate ships, weapons, and tactics, as well as the legal and social consequences of piracy. The book is a comprehensive and engaging account of piracy throughout history, offering readers a fascinating insight into the world of pirates and their impact on global history.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.