Spanish Pirate

In this lively debut work of history, Edward Kritzler tells the tale of an unlikely group of swashbuckling Jews who ransacked the high seas in the aftermath of the Spanish Inquisition. At the end of the fifteenth century, many Jews had to flee Spain and Portugal. The most adventurous among them...

Bloomsbury presents The Pirate Menace by Angus Konstam, read by David Monteath. This new account explores the most notorious pirates in history and how their rise and fall can be traced back to a single pirate haven, Nassau. Angus Konstam, one of the world's leading pirate experts, has brought...

She’s fleeing the secrets of her dangerous past. A swashbuckling privateer is her last hope. And the Inquisition is closing in… Captain Ethan Becket, a former Charles Town minister, sails the seas as a privateer, leaving behind the God who took everything from him. When his sister is taken by his enemies, he sets off to Cartagena in pursuit. Little does he expect his new Spanish governess to stow away on his ship. Yet her offer of help to free his sister is too tempting to pass up. And her beauty, both inside and out, is too attractive for his embittered heart to protect itself against....

Discover the Extraordinary True Story of America's First Free Black Community In 1738, decades before the American Revolution, a former slave named Francisco Menéndez achieved something historians once thought impossible: he founded and commanded North America's first legally sanctioned free Black settlement. Through groundbreaking archaeological discoveries and meticulous historical detective work, this remarkable biography brings to light one of America's most inspiring yet forgotten freedom fighters. From Chains to Command: An Epic Journey Across Empires Born in West Africa around 1700,...

Discover the thrilling account of the roguish acts of the first pirates to raid the Pacific in a crusade that ended in a sensational trial back in England. Perfect for readers of Nathaniel Philbrick and David McCullough. “Fascinating and outrageously readable.” —Douglas Preston, #1 New...

Un pirata en busca de un tesoro legendario. Un mapa con advertencias sobre un monstruo ancestral. Y tentáculos viscosos que no se detienen... Hacerme pasar por el sumiso grumete era solo un acto para robar el botín de la Marina Real. Huí por todo el Caribe por una sola cosa: el Tesoro del Kraken, el tesoro que haría palidecer a todos los demás. En su lugar, el agua se agita. Unos tentáculos emergen desde las profundidades. Y algo masivo, ancestral e innegablemente excitado me aprisiona. El Kraken no es solo una leyenda para asustar a los marineros. Es real: piel resbaladiza, patrones ...

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Romance histórico sáfico. Un amor prohibido. Una libertad que podría costarle la vida. Escapar de un matrimonio arreglado ya era bastante arriesgado… enamorarse de la pirata que tiene la llave de su libertad podría ser mortal. Isabella Montgomery siempre ha soñado con aventuras y libertad. Pero su familia la ve como un simple instrumento para obtener riqueza y estatus. Negándose a aceptar un futuro que no eligió, Isabella se escapa y se oculta en un barco mercante rumbo a Port Royal, decidida a tomar el control de su destino. Pero la libertad no dura mucho. Capturada y arrastrada ...

Aventura histórica ambientada en el Luzón imperial del siglo XVI, con piratas, batallas navales y rebelión contra el Imperio español. Una novela de acción, intriga y lucha por la libertad. ⚔️ Una rebelión nace en las sombras del Luzón imperial. En el turbulento siglo XVI, los pueblos de Filipinas españolas viven en un periodo de transición. Kalag, un antiguo pirata marcado por la violencia de su pasado, solo desea una vida en paz. Pero cuando un señor pirata japonés esclaviza a los habitantes de Nueva Ávila, la tierra exige algo más de él. Entre intriga imperial, alianzas ...

Hook. The most infamous pirate captain in literature. Who was he really? How did he come to be the captain of the brigantine Jolly Roger? Why did he claim the name of ‘Hook’ to replace the name he had been born with? What drove a student from one of England’s most prestigious schools to seek his fame and fortune as the supreme pirate of the Spanish Main? Sir James Barrie gave us hints about the extraordinary James Hook that only teased at answering these questions and many others. The answer to those many questions is not a tale just for children. From the dives of Tortuga to the sea-...

Every sailor in the Caribbean knows the myth of the man who walked out of the fire. They say No-Beard was burned alive by mutineers and returned as a revenant with a heart as cold as the deep . Now, the most feared captain on the water is hunting for more than just merchant silver. He is hunting for the Black Reef Vault, a legendary treasure hoard guarded by something ancient and hungry . When the galleon Nuestra Señora del Sol is trapped in an unnatural fog, its crew discovers the true price of legend . No-Beard has the map to a place where the tides defy the moon and the rocks have teeth...

Durante siglos, los marineros han sabido que el mar guarda secretos que no aparecen en los mapas. En los puertos del siglo XVI, entre barriles de ron, redes húmedas y cicatrices mal cerradas, se susurraba una historia prohibida. Hablaba de una isla que no permanecía en el mismo lugar, de una tierra que emergía del océano solo durante unas horas y luego desaparecía, hundiéndose en las profundidades como si jamás hubiera existido. Decían que en esa isla se escondía un tesoro antiguo, tan valioso que podía cambiar el destino de reinos enteros. Otros afirmaban que la isla estaba viva,...

A historical adventure book set in the Caribbean Sea during the late 17th century. Set amidst the tempestuous waves of the Caribbean, "Betrayal on the Spanish Seas" plunges readers into a world of naval warfare, daring escapades, and unexpected romance. As the iconic Spanish galleon Santa Maria faces the audacious attack of the English ship Venture, commanded by the fearless pirate Sam Chartres, the line between enemy and ally blurs, igniting passion in the midst of chaos. The story begins aboard the Santa Maria as it is ruthlessly assailed by Captain Sam Chartres, a rogue pirate whose ...

Merle Johnson has here gathered together in one volume all of the nineteenth-century author-artist's classic pirate stories that had been scattered through many magazines and books. Well researched and with richly drawn characters, Pyle's work will appeal to students of history and adventure lovers alike.

Uncover the allure and depth of the Caribbean paradise known as Jamaica with the riveting eBook, Unearthing Jamaica. This immersive literary journey lifts Jamaica's vibrant history, values, and lifestyle, offering readers an unparalleled insider's perspective. From the deep-rooted origins of the Arawaks, this narrative unfolds the majestic, often tumultuous saga of this fascinating nation. Relive Columbus's arrival, the Spanish Occupation, and heady tales of golden age piracy. Delve deeper to experience the birth, growth, and impact of Reggae, the voice of the island. Indulge in an ...

In a world where the sea brings both fortune and terror, one man must choose between safety and honor. Yanok Faro has grown up in the shadow of slave raids that regularly devastate his coastal pueblo of Jibatan on Samar Island. When raiders capture his father and beloved priest, he dreams of escape to the prosperous cities of Luzon—to Manila's bustling markets, grand galleons, and a life far from the constant threat of chains. But leaving proves harder than staying. In the Spanish colonial Philippines of the 1640s, Yanok discovers that running from danger only leads to new battles. From ...

Roanoke Alex pursues Spanish gold sunken near the Lost Colony at Roanoke Island in North Carolina. He convinces his archeologist friend Sydney to help him track it down. They discover that early Spanish sailing routes may explain what happened to the settlers of the island. Alex and Sydney find they have more in common than work.

Libro autoconclusivo. Sinopsis: Escocia fue su infancia, el océano su escape. En 1712, Rosaleen Menzies zarpa hacia América con el alma hecha trizas y una única promesa: nunca más permitir que el amor sea su ruina. En un mundo donde las mujeres deben esconder su fuerza, Rosaleen se convierte en un torbellino de dignidad y coraje que solo quiere sobrevivir... a la bestia. Pero el destino tiene velas propias… y la dirige hacia William Thompson, capitán de la marina americana, con ojos tan tormentosos como sus secretos y un atractivo imposible de ser ignorado por cualquier mujer. Su ...

Mientras Cristoforo Colombo navega para descubrir nuevas tierras, su vida se ve envuelta en una tormenta diseñada insospechadamente por sus enemigos; fuerzas desconocidas le acechan mientras navega en su exploración de las Nuevas Indias. Su exitoso descubrimiento y sus títulos de Gobernador, Almirante y Virrey, convierten sus viajes en una larga vida de amenazas. Una conspiración se vuelve contra su vida cuando el ambicioso Papa Alejandro, el español Borja, haciendo caso a los consejos de Nicolás Maquiaveli, se embarca en un plan para poner las Nuevas Indias bajo el poder y el control...

Así empieza este apasionante relato en que el protagonista, mister Legrand, encuentra un escarabajo de color dorado. A partir de ese momento se comportará de una manera extraña, lo que hace pensar a los que le rodean, que se está volviendo loco.