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LoC No.: 23012341
Title: The boys' book of buccaneers
Original Publication: United States: Dodd, Mead and company,1923.
Note: Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "The Boys' Book of Buccaneers" by A. Hyatt Verrill is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book explores the intriguing world of buccaneers, highlighting their origins, exploits, and distinguishing them from common pirates. It delves into the lives of notable figures such as Sir Henry Morgan and provides insights into the adventurous, yet often brutal, naval history of the Caribbean. The opening of the book introduces us to Jack, a young boy who, curious about buccaneers, seeks clarification from his father, Mr. Bickford. As they discuss the difference between buccaneers and pirates, Mr. Bickford explains the historical context that led to the emergence of buccaneers during England's conflict with Spain. He recounts how settlers turned warriors began raiding Spanish ships and settlements, forming a crucial part of Caribbean history. The narrative sets the stage for further exploration of famous buccaneers and reveals the themes of bravery, adventure, and the harsh realities of their exploits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Verrill, A. Hyatt (Alpheus Hyatt), 1871-1954
EBook No.: 68949
Published: Sep 9, 2022
Downloads: 79
Language: English
Subject: Buccaneers -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: History of the Americas: Caribbean area. Caribbean sea
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 23012341
Title: The boys' book of buccaneers
Original Publication: United States: Dodd, Mead and company,1923.
Note: Reading ease score: 62.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "The Boys' Book of Buccaneers" by A. Hyatt Verrill is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This book explores the intriguing world of buccaneers, highlighting their origins, exploits, and distinguishing them from common pirates. It delves into the lives of notable figures such as Sir Henry Morgan and provides insights into the adventurous, yet often brutal, naval history of the Caribbean. The opening of the book introduces us to Jack, a young boy who, curious about buccaneers, seeks clarification from his father, Mr. Bickford. As they discuss the difference between buccaneers and pirates, Mr. Bickford explains the historical context that led to the emergence of buccaneers during England's conflict with Spain. He recounts how settlers turned warriors began raiding Spanish ships and settlements, forming a crucial part of Caribbean history. The narrative sets the stage for further exploration of famous buccaneers and reveals the themes of bravery, adventure, and the harsh realities of their exploits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Verrill, A. Hyatt (Alpheus Hyatt), 1871-1954
EBook No.: 68949
Published: Sep 9, 2022
Downloads: 79
Language: English
Subject: Buccaneers -- Juvenile literature
LoCC: History of the Americas: Caribbean area. Caribbean sea
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.