Pirates and Privateers

Avast there! The Bookaneer sails the High Seas in search of books of interest to pirates young and old. Feel free to browse the latest reviewed titles or click on the links below the latest reviews to access specific sections.

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More than two decades ago, I began reviewing books for Appraisal: Science Books for Young People, The Book Report, Library Media Connection, and School Library Journal. Later, I reviewed books online for Ivy Quill Reviews and Simply E-Books. Today, I review historical novels and history books for Historical Novels Review and piratical and maritime fiction and non-fiction for Pirates and Privateers. If you would like me to review your latest pirate or maritime book, please contact me. ~ Cindy Vallar

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Latest Reviews

Ships of Oak Guns of Iron by Ronald D. Utt
Although the primary focus of this overview of the War of 1812 is the American navy, this book also covers events on land and what was happening in the world at large.

Blackbeard by Craig Cabell, Graham A. Thomas, and Allan Richards
The authors separate reality from myth to provide an analysis of Blackbeard's last days and Governor Alexander Spotswood's decision to hunt down the notorious pirate.

Additional Reviews

Books for Young Pirates

Books for Pirate Apprentices and Young Adults

Books for Adults - Fiction

Books for Adults - Non-fiction
 

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