Pirates storm the Who Was...? list with the addition of Blackbeard - the fiercest pirate ever to sail the high seas.
Though much of his early life remains a mystery, Blackbeard most likely began his life as Edward Teach in the sailing port of Bristol, England. He beganhis career as a hired British sailor during Queen Anne's War. He eventually settled in the Bahamas under Captain Benjamin Hornigold who taught the young sailor to go ""a-pirating."" Soon enough, Blackbeard was commanding his own fleet and stealing ships around the Caribbean and up and down the Eastern seaboard. Known for his thick, black beard and fearsome reputation, the legend of Blackbeard has influenced pirate legend and lore for over 300 years.
By:
James Buckley Jr., Who HQ Illustrated by:
Joseph J. M. Qiu Imprint: Grosset and Dunlap Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 194mm,
Width: 135mm,
Spine: 6mm
Weight: 113g ISBN:9780448483085 ISBN 10: 0448483084 Series:Who Was? Pages: 112 Publication Date:10 November 2015 Recommended Age: From 8 to 12 years Audience:
Children/juvenile
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English as a second language
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
James Buckley, Jr. has written more than 50 books for kids, includingWho Was Ernest Shackleton?
