Episodi

  • 042 - Abstract of Laws in Relation to Pyracy
    Jan 20 2026
    Dive into the thrilling world of piracy with A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates, a captivating 1724 book that brings to life the stories of infamous pirates. Written under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, the book is thought by some to be authored by the renowned Daniel Defoe, though other candidates, like publisher Nathaniel Mist, have also emerged. In this compelling first volume, Johnson weaves together available sources while adding his own dramatic flair, profoundly influencing how we perceive piracy today. This work remains a cornerstone in the fascinating history of some of the most legendary figures in maritime lore, many of whom continue to capture imaginations in the 21st century. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    9 min
  • 041 - Philip Roche
    Jan 19 2026
    Dive into the thrilling world of piracy with A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates, a captivating 1724 book that brings to life the stories of infamous pirates. Written under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, the book is thought by some to be authored by the renowned Daniel Defoe, though other candidates, like publisher Nathaniel Mist, have also emerged. In this compelling first volume, Johnson weaves together available sources while adding his own dramatic flair, profoundly influencing how we perceive piracy today. This work remains a cornerstone in the fascinating history of some of the most legendary figures in maritime lore, many of whom continue to capture imaginations in the 21st century. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    10 min
  • 040 - Chapter 16Incorrectly labeled as Chapter XVII in the text
    Jan 18 2026
    Dive into the thrilling world of piracy with A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates, a captivating 1724 book that brings to life the stories of infamous pirates. Written under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, the book is thought by some to be authored by the renowned Daniel Defoe, though other candidates, like publisher Nathaniel Mist, have also emerged. In this compelling first volume, Johnson weaves together available sources while adding his own dramatic flair, profoundly influencing how we perceive piracy today. This work remains a cornerstone in the fascinating history of some of the most legendary figures in maritime lore, many of whom continue to capture imaginations in the 21st century. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    14 min
  • 039 - Chapter 15Incorrectly labeled as Chapter XVII in the text
    Jan 17 2026
    Dive into the thrilling world of piracy with A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates, a captivating 1724 book that brings to life the stories of infamous pirates. Written under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, the book is thought by some to be authored by the renowned Daniel Defoe, though other candidates, like publisher Nathaniel Mist, have also emerged. In this compelling first volume, Johnson weaves together available sources while adding his own dramatic flair, profoundly influencing how we perceive piracy today. This work remains a cornerstone in the fascinating history of some of the most legendary figures in maritime lore, many of whom continue to capture imaginations in the 21st century. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    27 min
  • 038 - Chapter 14Incorrectly labeled as Chapter XVI in the text
    Jan 16 2026
    Dive into the thrilling world of piracy with A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates, a captivating 1724 book that brings to life the stories of infamous pirates. Written under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, the book is thought by some to be authored by the renowned Daniel Defoe, though other candidates, like publisher Nathaniel Mist, have also emerged. In this compelling first volume, Johnson weaves together available sources while adding his own dramatic flair, profoundly influencing how we perceive piracy today. This work remains a cornerstone in the fascinating history of some of the most legendary figures in maritime lore, many of whom continue to capture imaginations in the 21st century. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    7 min
  • 037 - Chapter 13 Part 2Incorrectly labeled as Chapter XV in the text
    Jan 15 2026
    Dive into the thrilling world of piracy with A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates, a captivating 1724 book that brings to life the stories of infamous pirates. Written under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, the book is thought by some to be authored by the renowned Daniel Defoe, though other candidates, like publisher Nathaniel Mist, have also emerged. In this compelling first volume, Johnson weaves together available sources while adding his own dramatic flair, profoundly influencing how we perceive piracy today. This work remains a cornerstone in the fascinating history of some of the most legendary figures in maritime lore, many of whom continue to capture imaginations in the 21st century. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    26 min
  • 036 - Chapter 13 Part 1Incorrectly labeled as Chapter XV in the text
    Jan 14 2026
    Dive into the thrilling world of piracy with A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates, a captivating 1724 book that brings to life the stories of infamous pirates. Written under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, the book is thought by some to be authored by the renowned Daniel Defoe, though other candidates, like publisher Nathaniel Mist, have also emerged. In this compelling first volume, Johnson weaves together available sources while adding his own dramatic flair, profoundly influencing how we perceive piracy today. This work remains a cornerstone in the fascinating history of some of the most legendary figures in maritime lore, many of whom continue to capture imaginations in the 21st century. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    22 min
  • 035 - Chapter 12 Part 2Incorrectly labeled as Chapter XIV in the text
    Jan 13 2026
    Dive into the thrilling world of piracy with A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates, a captivating 1724 book that brings to life the stories of infamous pirates. Written under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, the book is thought by some to be authored by the renowned Daniel Defoe, though other candidates, like publisher Nathaniel Mist, have also emerged. In this compelling first volume, Johnson weaves together available sources while adding his own dramatic flair, profoundly influencing how we perceive piracy today. This work remains a cornerstone in the fascinating history of some of the most legendary figures in maritime lore, many of whom continue to capture imaginations in the 21st century. (Summary by Wikipedia)
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    14 min