Charles Ellms 
Pirates Own Book 
Authentic Narratives of the Most Celebrated Sea Robbers

Tired of books on pirate lore that rehash the same old stories and legends? This compendium of true tales was the result of a years-long research process spent culling mostly primary documents — and the author’s hard work is evidenced by the truly staggering variety of tales, anecdotes, and sketches collected in this book. It’s a rollicking read for those craving stories about high-seas adventures.