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Summary: A Useful Resource and Just Plain Fun
This is an attractively put together book on the history and details of pirate life. I have been searching for a resource on the subject that presents information on pirates in such a way as to not seem tedious and boring, but instead inspiring and fun (which, as we all know--pirates are fun!). With all the interest sparked on the pillaging bands of men, and sometimes women, with recent films this volume is a must have for anyone with an interest in pirates. Of course, it would obviously appeal to children and is definitely appropriate for that tender age group, but adults can also find much to appreciate.
Meant to be a fun, yet brief overview of pirate life in general, if anyone is wanting more detailed information on a specific aspect of pirate life and history, this is likely still a good starting point for your research. It covers everything from modes of dress,the weapons they used and specific types of pirate ships (especially useful for me, as I had no idea of the names for them in the first place!) to a nice selection of some of the more notoriously known pirates in history and the type of treatment they could expect after capture. There are loads of little tidbits of information besides the main paragraphs, stashed underneath pictures in captions too, so look closely. The book is also slightly interactive with bits of papers and notes that one can pull out and actually hold, such as a privateer's license. So if you're interested in a book on pirates that presents information in an interesting, completely un-textbook-like format, this is the book for you. A treasured item on my bookshelf for sure!
Breakdown of sections (two page spreads per section):
*History (with a nice photo of Wil Turner and Captain Jack Sparrow for all you fans)
*Dress Code
*Ships and Flags
*Life on Board
*Pirate Gallery (Short bios about famous pirates)
*Pirate Lore (setting pirate myths straight)
*Pirate Attack! (What it was like when pirates pillaged/ sieged, the G rated version)
*Treasure
*Life on Land (What pirates did for "fun" while not on ship)
*Capture and Trial
*Punishment (safe for the kids--no gory details)
*Fiction
*Timeline
Summary: How to Be a Hit with Pirate Lovin' Youngsters:
1. Read laudatory book review of PIRATES praising it for its graphic appeal and "high nutritional value" regarding historical information.
2. Take advantage of seven-year-old nephew's birthday to purchase PIRATES. Note book's handsome packaging, heavy-duty pages, and clever interactive features,
3. Deliver gift to nephew. Slyly watch as he first gleefully, and then most seriously, begins investigating its contents. Revel in the glory of being "the coolest uncle ever." Try to steal book back later to read it some more.
4. Thank John Matthews for making all of this possible.
Summary: A history of pirates and sailing the 7 seas!!
The ultimate book of pirates for pirate-lovers everywhere! One way to think of "Pirates" is as a history of pirates, pirate lore, and of sailing the seven seas in the late 1700's. The book is full of historical information about this golden age of pirates. There's a primer that explains pirate ship flags, another that explains all the parts of sailing ships, and another that explains pirate slang. It also details life on board ship and provides a "gallery" of the most famous pirates.
"Pirates" is complete with flaps and pullouts, a replication of an actual pirate map, and lots more. The wanted poster for Blackbeard is a nice extra touch. For equally amazing illustrations, I also recommend the illustrated edition of Robert Stanek's The Kingdoms and the Elves of the Reaches. It's perfect for anyone who loves fantastic stories.
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