Grade 3-5. From Roman times to Viking raids to hijackings in the 1990s, Steele presents a chronological view of the life and times of pirates. His well-rounded presentation offers information about buccaneers in the Caribbean, North America, China, the Middle East, Spain, and Britain and gives a brief look at female pirates. Double-page spreads cover each topic with large-print, clearly written texts, and numerous sidebars. Similar in scope to Saviour Pirotta's Pirates and Treasures (Raintree, 1996), this title is set apart by its illustrations and reproductions, which are numerous, colorful, and lively. Wonderfully laced into the text, the pictures show pirate ships and dress from around the world, maps of routes, and flags. Minibiographies of over 50 "Rogues" are appended. A well-done book that browsers and pirate enthusiasts will enjoy.?Katherine Borchert, Arlington Central Library, VA
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Product Description
Ahoy, mateys! Set sail with Pirates for the true story of these swashbuckling adventurers. Action-packed illustrations and detailed descriptions provide young would-be adventurers with a first-hand look at what it was like to be a pirate. Beginning with a brief history of pirates and privateers, this book provides comprehensive coverage of everything from daily life on the ship -- food, living quarters, and ship maintenance -- to the heart-stopping battles fought for great treasures. A terrific reference, the book also includes technical sailing information, a discussion of pirates in fiction, brief biographies of the most notorious pirates, a glossary of nautical terms, and an index.
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