The Pirates of Malabar, and an Englishwoman in India Two Hundred Years Ago

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Author Biddulph, J. (John), 1840-1921
Title The Pirates of Malabar, and an Englishwoman in India Two Hundred Years Ago
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Summary "The Pirates of Malabar, and an Englishwoman in India Two Hundred Years Ago" by Colonel John Biddulph is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the perilous lives of English traders in India during the age of piracy, particularly focusing on the challenges they faced, including their entanglements with notorious pirates who ravaged the Indian coasts. The narrative is positioned during a time when the East India Company was still establishing its trade routes and grappling with the threats posed by both European and local pirates. The opening of the book sets a vivid scene of the turbulent waters of the Indian seas, painting a picture of piracy as a significant threat that plagued trading vessels, leading to great loss of life and cargo. It outlines the dangers encountered by traders, from encounters with mutinous crews to the perils of piracy, highlighting events such as the violent theft of ships and personal narratives of traders like Mrs. Gyfford. The text establishes a backdrop of historical events that shaped the precarious lengths merchants went to build their fortunes, intertwining their stories with the legacies of infamous pirates and the tumultuous political landscape of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation
Subject Pirates
Subject India -- History -- 18th century
Subject East India Company -- History
Category Text
EBook-No. 11399
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 25, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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