Pirates of Barbary

Corsairs, Conquests and Captivity in the Seventeenth-Century Mediterranean

Autori

• Adrian Tinniswood

Parametri

• 368 pagine
• 13 ore di lettura

• Africa
• Saggistica
• Storia
• Storia d'Europa
• Storia del mondo

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Exploring the vibrant and tumultuous era of 17th-century piracy, this account reveals how pirates were not merely romantic figures but significant players in shaping global commerce and politics. Adrian Tinniswood delves into the Mediterranean's role as a pivotal crossroads, highlighting the impact of piracy on Europe and its lasting influence on the modern world. This engaging narrative brings to life the colorful characters and dramatic events of a time when piracy was at its peak, offering readers a fresh perspective on a historical phenomenon often romanticized.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2011

(In brossura)