Book - Pirates An Illustrated History

Pirates : An Illustrated History by Nigel Cawthorne (2005, Hardback) This book is based on contemporaneous accounts from both pirates and their victims. An erudite explanation of everything piratical, this book portrays the pirates, their weapons, their ships, their victims, and the historical background for all the saltwater tales of both pirates and those in the navy. Cover a little rough. Book Excellent pre-loved condition.