The boys' book of buccaneers

A lively historical account for young readers traces the origins, organization, and exploits of Caribbean buccaneers, describing how informal bands coalesced, settled bases such as Tortuga, and developed codes for plunder, shares, and standards of conduct. It profiles notorious captains and their daring raids, chronicling assaults on coastal towns and ships, dramatic sieges, escapes, and the brutal treatment of prisoners. Detailed chapters follow major expeditions led by celebrated leaders, including the overland march on Panama and attacks on Porto Bello and Maracaibo, and conclude with descriptions of buccaneer dress, flags, shipboard life, and the division of booty, mixing action-filled narrative with practical and organizational detail.