Villains of All Nations

Name: Villains of All Nations
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Atlantic Pirates in the Golden Age

By Marcus Rediker

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Villains of All Nations by Marcus Rediker delves into the captivating world of pirates during the Golden Age of Piracy, from the late 17th to early 18th century. The book explores the social and economic conditions that led to the rise of piracy, highlighting how pirates challenged prevailing norms and authority. It also examines the vibrant, rebellious culture on pirate ships, offering a vivid picture of how these sea raiders fought against the societal structures of their time.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the history of piracy and the lives of notorious pirates who roamed the seas during the Golden Age. It offers a captivating exploration of pirate culture and social dynamics, showcasing how they challenged the norms and authorities of their time.

Villains of All Nations

Pirates have long been stock figures in popular culture, from Treasure Island to the more recent antics of Jack Sparrow. Villains of all Nations rediscovers their radical democratic challenge to the established powers of the day.

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Pirates have long been stock figures in popular culture, from Treasure Island to the more recent antics of Jack Sparrow.

Villains of All Nations unearths the thrilling historical truth behind such fictional characters and rediscovers their radical democratic challenge to the established powers of the day.

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Marcus Rediker's work offers a comprehensive study of Atlantic piracy during the early 18th century, highlighting the often-overlooked democratic, egalitarian, and multi-ethnic aspects of pirate societies. The book challenges romanticised myths, instead presenting pirates as influential figures in political history. This insightful analysis is seen as essential reading for those interested in maritime history or the true nature of piracy.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781844672813

Publisher: Verso Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 November 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Verso Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 281g

Pages: 256

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About the Author

Marcus Rediker is Distinguished Professor of Atlantic History at the University of Pittsburgh and author of The Slave Ship: A Human History and Villains of All Nations: Atlantic Pirates in the Golden Age.

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