Much of our modern culture has dramatized the time when pirates roamed the ocean. It is seen as a time of great adventure and lots of treasure. But where did this treasure come from? What did the pirates actually do? And what was it like for the average citizen to live during this “golden age of piracy”? Today, we’ll explore these topics, as we take a breath of dead air with Sarah Kidd.

Sources:

Geanacopoulos, Daphne Palmer. The Pirate’s Wife: The Remarkable True Story of Sarah Kidd. Hanover Square Press, 2022.

“Research Guides: Golden Age of Piracy: A Resource Guide: Introduction.” Introduction - Golden Age of Piracy: A Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library of Congress, guides.loc.gov/golden-age-of-piracy.

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