{"title":"Benerson Little","description":"\u003cp\u003eBenerson Little invites readers to delve into the intriguing world of maritime adventures and the swashbuckling tales of pirates through his expertly researched history books. As an established author and former Navy SEAL, Little offers a unique blend of storytelling prowess and tactical insight in his works, making him a standout voice in the genre of History \u0026amp; Military.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis collection, including acclaimed titles like \u003cem\u003eThe Golden Age of Piracy\u003c\/em\u003e, provides a captivating exploration of the notorious yet fascinating era of piracy. Readers will be transported to a time when daring buccaneers roamed the seas, driven by their quest for adventure and fortune. Little's keen attention to detail and deep understanding of military strategy ensure an enriching reading experience for anyone interested in naval history and pirate lore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about the real stories behind legendary pirates, Benerson Little's books promise an enlightening and entertaining journey back in time.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-golden-age-of-piracy-by-benerson-little-9781510758346","title":"The Golden Age of Piracy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Little has a deep affection for his subject that occasionally leads him to affectation, but his use of piratical jargon is more charming than jarring; clearly he's having a good time, and so will readers. Packed with insight and adventure, Little's book is sure to strike a note with armchair swashbucklers of all ages.\" --\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor thousands of years, pirates have terrorised the ocean voyager and the coastal inhabitant, plundered ship and shore, and wrought havoc on the lives and livelihoods of rich and poor alike. Around these desperate men has grown a body of myths and legends—fascinating tales that today strongly influence our notions of pirates and piracy. Most of these myths derive from the pirates of the \"Golden Age,\" from roughly 1655 to 1725. This was the age of the Spanish Main, of Henry Morgan and Blackbeard, of Bartholomew Sharp and Bartholomew Roberts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe history of pirate myth is rich in action, at sea and ashore. However, the truth is far more interesting. In \u003ci\u003eThe Golden Age of Piracy\u003c\/i\u003e, expert pirate historian Benerson Little debunks more than a dozen pirate myths that derive from this era—from the flying of the Jolly Roger to the burying of treasure, from walking the plank to the staging of epic sea battles—and shows that the truth is far more fascinating and disturbing than the romanticised legends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong Little's revelations are that pirates of the Golden Age never made their captives walk the plank and that they, instead, were subject to horrendous torture, such as being burned or hung by their arms. Likewise, epic sea battles involving pirates were fairly rare because most prey surrendered immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe stories are real and are drawn heavily from primary sources. Complementing them are colourful images of flags, ships, and buccaneers based on eyewitness accounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46850056225004,"sku":"9781510758346","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24605713482725.jpg?v=1759078409"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/benerson-little.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}