Piracy and Captivity in the Mediterranean (Routledge Research in Early Modern History)

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Book Synopsis: Piracy and Captivity in the Mediterranean explores the early modern genre of European Barbary Coast captivity narratives from the sixteenth to the nineteenth century. During this period, the Mediterranean Sea was the setting of large-scale corsairing that resulted in the capture or enslavement of Europeans and Americans by North African pirates, as well as of North Africans by European forces, turning the Barbary Coast into the nemesis of any who went to sea. Through a variety of specifically selected narrative case studies, this book displays the blend of both authentic eye witness accounts and literary fictions that emerged against the backdrop of the tumultuous Mediterranean Sea. A wide range of other primary sources, from letters to ransom lists and newspaper articles to scientific texts, highlights the impact of piracy and captivity across key European regions, including France, Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Scandinavia, and Britain, as well as the United States and North Africa. Divided into four parts and offering a variety of national and cultural vantage points, Piracy and Captivity in the Mediterranean addresses both the background from which captivity narratives were born and the narratives themselves. It is essential reading for scholars and students of early modern slavery and piracy.

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Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey through the treacherous waters of the Mediterranean with "Piracy and Captivity in the Mediterranean"! This captivating book, published by Routledge Research in Early Modern History, delves into the gripping genre of European Barbary Coast captivity narratives spanning over three centuries.

Experience the chilling tales of Europeans and Americans who fell victim to the clutches of North African pirates. Feel the tension rise as you follow their arduous journeys of capture and enslavement, transforming the tranquil Mediterranean Sea into a perilous battleground. With a meticulous selection of authentic eye witness accounts and expertly crafted literary fictions, this book effortlessly transports you back in time.

Unearth the profound impact of piracy and captivity on Europe and North Africa through an array of primary sources. From heart-wrenching letters to astonishing ransom lists, intriguing newspaper articles to enlightening scientific texts, this book sheds light on the far-reaching consequences of this dark era. Delving into the narratives of France, Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Scandinavia, Britain, the United States, and North Africa, it offers a comprehensive exploration of this tumultuous time.

Expect to be thoroughly engrossed in the four captivating parts of this book. Delving into the origins of captivity narratives and immersing you in the captivating tales themselves, "Piracy and Captivity in the Mediterranean" is an indispensable resource for scholars and students of early modern slavery and piracy.

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