Facts about real-life pirates, including customs, crafts, dress, mock trials, walking the plank and punishments. Includes pratical ideas of how to become a pirate.
Presents pirate facts and lore, exploring the habits and styles of buccaneers all over the world. Highlights the careers of notorious men and women pirates, and also includes craft ideas for pirate gear such as flags, swords, and treasure maps.
Text and photos provide an introduction to the history of boats, from simple floating logs and dugout canoes to high-tech fishing boats, icebreakers, and floating airports.