Publisher's Synopsis
The King of Pirates is a novel written by Daniel Defoe, published in 1719. The book is set in the 17th century and follows the story of Captain Avery, a notorious pirate who becomes the most successful pirate of his time. The novel is a fictionalized account of Avery's life and his exploits as a pirate.The story begins with Avery's early life as a sailor and his journey to becoming a pirate. He quickly rises through the ranks and becomes the captain of his own ship, the Fancy. Avery and his crew embark on numerous voyages, attacking and plundering ships along the way.As Avery's reputation grows, he becomes known as the King of Pirates. He is feared by many and admired by others for his daring and cunning tactics. However, his success attracts the attention of the British Navy, who are determined to capture him and bring him to justice.The novel is filled with action, adventure, and intrigue as Avery and his crew face numerous challenges and obstacles in their quest for wealth and power. Along the way, Avery must also navigate the complex relationships between the pirates and the various factions that seek to control the lucrative trade routes.The King of Pirates is a thrilling tale of piracy and adventure that captures the spirit of the Golden Age of Piracy. Defoe's vivid descriptions of life at sea and the dangers of piracy make this book a must-read for anyone interested in this fascinating period of history.This is a new release of the original 1935 edition.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.
