Under The Black Flag (1888)

""Under The Black Flag"" is a historical non-fiction book written by David C. Huddlestone and published in 1888. The book explores the world of piracy during the 17th and 18th centuries, detailing the lives and exploits of some of the most notorious pirates of the time. The author delves into the origins of piracy, the tactics used by pirates to capture and loot ships, and the punishments meted out to them when they were caught. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of piracy. The first few chapters provide an overview of piracy in general, while later chapters delve into specific topics such as the pirate code, the role of women in piracy, and the life of the infamous pirate Blackbeard. Huddlestone's writing style is engaging and informative, and he draws on a wealth of historical sources to bring the world of piracy to life. The book is well-researched and provides a fascinating glimpse into a world that has long since passed. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, piracy, or adventure stories.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.