This engaging encyclopedia profiles the lives and times of the most colorful buccaneers from the mid-17th to early 18th centuries. This unique A-Z reference work includes stories of prominent and lesser-known individuals, battles, weapons, ships, fleets, and more. Each entry includes hard to find facts on events that took place on the high seas and in the ports, cities, and settlements of the New World. Cross-references link related entries, and a bibliography directs readers to additional sources of information.

This engaging encyclopedia profiles the lives and times of the most colorful buccaneers from the mid-17th to early 18th centuries.

About the Author
David F. Marley is a writer, teacher, and naval historian, and is an internationally known expert in the history of imperial conflicts in the New World.

Reviews
Marley's book is now the first source to turn to. Recommended for the reference collections of all libraries. * RQ *
For academic libraries, especially those looking for an excellent addition to their sources of biographical information, Marley's encyclopedia is the choice. * American Reference Books Annual *


Awards
Winner of Best Reference Source 1994 1995.



Book Information
ISBN 9780874367515
Author David F. Marley
Format Hardback
Page Count 458
Imprint ABC-CLIO
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Weight(grams) 1134g