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The book delves into the sub-culture and resistance of eighteenth-century pirates through the stories of diverse characters. It features John Gwin, an African American fugitive seeking freedom; Ruben Dekker, a common seaman from Amsterdam; and Mark/Mary Reed, an American woman who disguised herself as a man to join the crew. Their narratives highlight the complexities of identity, survival, and rebellion against societal norms during a tumultuous era.
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Under the Banner of King Death, Marcus Rediker
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- Released
- 2023
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- Title
- Under the Banner of King Death
- Subtitle
- Pirates of the Atlantic, a Graphic Novel
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Marcus Rediker
- Publisher
- Beacon Press
- Released
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 136
- ISBN13
- 9780807023983
- Category
- Comic books, Water transport and Boats
- Description
- The book delves into the sub-culture and resistance of eighteenth-century pirates through the stories of diverse characters. It features John Gwin, an African American fugitive seeking freedom; Ruben Dekker, a common seaman from Amsterdam; and Mark/Mary Reed, an American woman who disguised herself as a man to join the crew. Their narratives highlight the complexities of identity, survival, and rebellion against societal norms during a tumultuous era.