A. O. (Alexandre Olivier) Exquemelin Books

Alexandre Olivier Exquemelin penned one of the most important sourcebooks on 17th-century piracy. His work offers a unique and gritty perspective on the lives and practices of buccaneers, drawn from his own immersive experiences. Having joined their ranks and become a confidante to Henry Morgan, Exquemelin's writing provides an unfiltered account of maritime adventure. His direct involvement lends his narrative an authenticity that vividly captures the raw reality of life at sea.