The Pirates' Who's Who

A compact yet surprisingly thorough reference, this volume gathers together the known facts about the world’s most notorious seafarers. Drawing from logs, court records and contemporary accounts, it offers concise biographies that cover both celebrated captains and the many lesser‑known rogues, men and women alike. Each entry records birth, career highlights, notable deeds and the often‑dramatic ends that sealed their legends.

The book is enriched with period illustrations—log‑book excerpts, courtroom sketches and execution scenes—that bring the entries to life without romanticizing the outlawry. Its author’s aim is clear: to treat pirates and buccaneers with the same scholarly rigor afforded to clergymen, artists or politicians. For anyone curious about the real people behind the myths, this guide provides a fast, reliable way to explore a shadowy chapter of maritime history.