History of the Buccaneers of America by James Burney

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Author Burney, James, 1750-1821
LoC No. 02015925
Title History of the Buccaneers of America
Note Reading ease score: 63.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "History of the Buccaneers of America" by James Burney is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book explores the exploits of Buccaneers, or privateers, primarily from Great Britain and France, who engaged in piracy and plunder against Spanish settlements in the Caribbean and the Americas. It aims to provide a factual narration of their actions, correcting the exaggerations and glorifications of past accounts. At the start of the narrative, Burney outlines the socio-political circumstances that led to the rise of the Buccaneers, including the claims of European nations over newly discovered lands and the native populations' subjugation by the Spanish. He addresses the misconceptions surrounding Buccaneers, emphasizing their role as antagonists against Spanish colonialism rather than mere pirates. By highlighting the narratives of these adventurers, Burney sets the stage for a deeper examination of the historical context and the motivations behind their endeavors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class F2155: History of the Americas: Caribbean area. Caribbean sea
Subject Buccaneers
Subject Pirates -- Caribbean Area -- History
Subject French -- Caribbean Area -- History
Subject British -- Caribbean Area -- History
Subject Caribbean Area -- History -- To 1810
Category Text
EBook-No. 37116
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 8, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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