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[PIRATES] Africa.- [Laugier de Tassy (Jacques Philippe)] A Complete History of the Piratical States of Barbary, [translated by Joseph Morgan], London, 1750. 8vo., 20 s 12 cm., 2 folding engraved maps, omne with year without loss, contemporary calf, gilt, front board detached. , internally some edge staining but generally good, small loss to first blank. FIRST EDITION IN ENGLISH. Laugier de Tassy's "Histoire du Royaume d'Alger," first published in 1725, offers an insightful glimpse into the world of Barbary piracy, focusing on the Kingdom of Algiers. This comprehensive work details the corsairs' operations, outlining their strategies, naval strengths, and the economic and political impact of their piracy on Mediterranean trade. Tassy meticulously describes the lives of European captives, the intricate ransom negotiations, and the socio-political dynamics that allowed piracy to thrive along the Barbary Coast. His account, significant for its detailed portrayal of 18th-century North African piracy, sheds light on the complex interaction between the Barbary States and European powers, painting a vivid picture of a tumultuous era defined by maritime predation and cross-cultural encounters. Seller Inventory # 46
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Title: 1750 Barbary Pirates - First Edition in ...
Publication Date: 1750
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