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The King of Pirates

Book • 1719
The book tells the story of Captain Avery, a pirate who cruises the coasts of Africa and India, using Madagascar as a safe haven.

It explores the challenges of leaving a life of piracy and the adventures that follow.

Written in a style that blends fiction with historical elements, it offers a unique perspective on piracy during the early 18th century.

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William Dalrymple
as the author of a romanticized version of Henry Avery's life, "The King of the Pirates."
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