| The Pirate Ship 1660-1730 Contributor(s): Konstam, Angus (Author), Bryan, Tony (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1841764973 ISBN-13: 9781841764979 Publisher: Osprey Publishing (UK) OUR PRICE: $18.00 Product Type: Paperback Published: June 2003 Annotation: The deeds and personalities of famous pirates have received significant attention in recent years: however, no detailed depiction of their vessels has ever been produced. This title redresses the imbalance, conducting a detailed exploration of the wide variety of pirate vessels that sailed the high seas during the 'golden age' of piracy (1690- 1730), from gun-bristling warships to smaller craft such as sloops, brigantines and early schooners. It incorporates the latest archaeological evidence to produce a fascinating account of these vessels, detailing their origins, development and tactical engagement. Packed with contemporary illustrations and superbly detailed colour artwork, the ships of the 'golden age' are brought vividly to life. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - History | Military - Naval |
| Dewey: 623.822 |
| Series: New Vanguard |
| Physical Information: 0.21" H x 7.27" W x 9.77" (0.36 lbs) 48 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 17th Century - Chronological Period - 18th Century |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The deeds and personalities of famous pirates have received significant attention in recent years: however, no detailed depiction of their vessels has ever been produced. This title redresses the imbalance, conducting a detailed exploration of the wide variety of pirate vessels that sailed the high seas during the 'golden age' of piracy (1690-1730), from gun-bristling warships to smaller craft such as sloops, brigantines and early schooners. It incorporates the latest archaeological evidence to produce a fascinating account of these vessels, detailing their origins, development and tactical engagement. Packed with contemporary illustrations and superbly detailed colour artwork, the ships of the 'golden age' are brought vividly to life. |