Books with title Blackbeard

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 began his 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.

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 began his 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 more than 300 years.

Climb aboard the Queen Anne's Revenge and sail with the most notorious pirate of all time, Blackbeard! No one has struck terror into the hearts of men more than Edward Teach, whose big black beard gave him his name. From merchant ships to naval vessels, no target was safe from Blackbeard's bloodthirsty desire to take prizes along the Atlantic coast and Caribbean. And now, the legend of Blackbeard will rise again as a main character in the upcoming film, Pirates of the Caribbean 4: On Stranger Tides. The Disney series has already grossed over two billion dollars, and this new installment--featuring the greatest pirate of all time as Captain Jack Sparrow's nemesis--is sure to be a major blockbuster when it releases in Summer 2011.But first, bone up on the true history of this real American villain in our beautifully illustrated edition of Blackbeard, penned by world renowned pirate expert, Pat Croce.

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 began his 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.

The story of Blackbeard is undeniably a thrilling one that is best classified as a mystery. But one might also call many parts of it a fantasy. We know, of course, that Edward Teachor Edward Thatch was a real person. But much of what we think we know about his alter ego, Blackbeard, is almost certainly fiction. Could a headless body actually swim around a ship three times? Science tells us this is preposterous. In this new book for children, author Tammy Gagne helps young readers discover just how much of this story is true.

Climb aboard the Queen Anne's Revenge and sail with the most notorious pirate of all time, Blackbeard! No one has struck terror into the hearts of men more than Edward Teach, whose big black beard gave him his name. From merchant ships to naval vessels, no target was safe from Blackbeard's bloodthirsty desire to take prizes along the Atlantic coast and Caribbean. And now, the legend of Blackbeard will rise again as a main character in the upcoming film, Pirates of the Caribbean 4: On Stranger Tides. The Disney series has already grossed over two billion dollars, and this new installment--featuring the greatest pirate of all time as Captain Jack Sparrow's nemesis--is sure to be a major blockbuster when it releases in Summer 2011.But first, bone up on the true history of this real American villain in our beautifully illustrated edition of Blackbeard, penned by world renowned pirate expert, Pat Croce.

Praise for Book 3:"Packed with so much action it was almost overwhelming!"- Peggy, Amazon.com"The series gets better with each book!"- Shelly, Amazon.comWhat makes a person family?Is it only a word meant for those who share blood, or can it be for those who share the greatest bonds? Or, is a family made of those who share a purpose and work together for the same goal no matter what happens?A revelation about Calico Jack sends waves of dissent among Blackbeard's crew, and the bonds Edward had made with his new family are tested like never before. Herbert, the helmsman, decides to leave and finish off Calico Jack on his own, but Edward follows and the two soon find themselves behind enemy lines.Edward and Herbert find themselves stuck on an enemy ship, surrounded by battle-hardened men, and a fiery female captain, all loyal to Calico Jack, but it's exactly where they wanted to be. They enter the lion's den with the hope they can get close to Calico Jack and assassinate him, ending his tyranny once and for all.Following in their wake, Anne and the rest of the crew of the Queen Anne's Revenge sail off after them, but land on an island under the control of another of Calico Jack's crew. The islanders greet her with warm smiles, but when the moon shines and a bell made of a familiar gold is sounded something changes within them.Can Edward and Herbert keep their identities secret long enough to finish off Calico Jack? With an entire island against them can Anne and company escape with their lives and catch up with Edward and Herbert before it’s too late?Find out in Blackbeard's Family, and follow the fantasy adventures full of pirates, privateers, and everything in between in The Voyages of Queen Anne's Revenge!Click “Look Inside” on the cover picture above to read the first few chapters, then buy and enjoy the rest.

Praise for Book 3:"Packed with so much action it was almost overwhelming!"- Peggy, Amazon.com"The series gets better with each book!"- Shelly, Amazon.comWhat makes a person family?Is it only a word meant for those who share blood, or can it be for those who share the greatest bonds? Or, is a family made of those who share a purpose and work together for the same goal no matter what happens?A revelation about Calico Jack sends waves of dissent among Blackbeard's crew, and the bonds Edward had made with his new family are tested like never before. Herbert, the helmsman, decides to leave and finish off Calico Jack on his own, but Edward follows and the two soon find themselves behind enemy lines.Edward and Herbert find themselves stuck on an enemy ship, surrounded by battle-hardened men, and a fiery female captain, all loyal to Calico Jack, but it's exactly where they wanted to be. They enter the lion's den with the hope they can get close to Calico Jack and assassinate him, ending his tyranny once and for all.Following in their wake, Anne and the rest of the crew of the Queen Anne's Revenge sail off after them, but land on an island under the control of another of Calico Jack's crew. The islanders greet her with warm smiles, but when the moon shines and a bell made of a familiar gold is sounded something changes within them.Can Edward and Herbert keep their identities secret long enough to finish off Calico Jack? With an entire island against them can Anne and company escape with their lives and catch up with Edward and Herbert before it’s too late?Find out in Blackbeard's Family, and follow the fantasy adventures full of pirates, privateers, and everything in between in The Voyages of Queen Anne's Revenge!Click “Look Inside” on the cover picture above to read the first few chapters, then buy and enjoy the rest.