A general history of the pyrates

Published in 1724, this book contains biographies of contemporary pirates and has been highly influential in shaping the modern conception of pirates.

It includes stories of famous pirates such as Blackbeard, Calico Jack, and Anne Bonny, and is known for its vivid and sometimes embellished accounts.

The book was a commercial success, with multiple editions published between 1724 and 1726.

It draws from interviews with living pirates, public and legal records, and offers historical context and social analysis of the pirate world.