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The pirate meets the queen

an illuminated tale
2005
When the son of notorious Irish pirate queen Granny O'Malley is captured by the English, Granny tries to meet with Queen Elizabeth I to negotiate for his freedom.

The pirates of Bedford Street

1988
After Joey and his sisters see a pirate film at the movie theater, the adventures of Captain Redbeard continue--if only in Joey's imagination.

Piracy on the high seas

2012
Examines piracy on the high seas providing readers with insight into the past and its many legacies. Sidebars and time lines also offer a wealth of additional information as well as provide launching points for further discussion and study.

Treasure Island

2010
Graphic novel adaptation of Jim Hawkins exploits in search of buried treasure.

Pirateology

the sea journal of Captain William Lubber
2006
The fictional journal of pirate hunter William Lubber chronicles his around-the-world voyage in search of the "Vicious and intemperate" female pirate Arabella Drummond in 1723. Includes a fold-out map, a packet of gold dust, a Chinese ransom note, a compass, and other manipulatives for readers.

Treasure Island

1963
While going through the possessions of a deceased guest who owed them money, the mistress of the inn and her son find a treasure map that leads to a pirate fortune as well as great danger.

Kid pirates

their battles, shipwrecks, & narrow escapes
2007
Some volunteered. Others were forced to serve. But each of these young people sailed with the world's most feared pirates-from the notorious Blackbeard and Captain Kidd to Sir Henry Morgan and others. Some of these kids fought side-by-side with the pirates, and others tried to escape. You will never forget their incredible true stories.

The ghost in the noonday sun

1991
Twelve-year-old Oliver tries to escape from pirates who take him to an island to find the ghost and treasure of Gentleman Jack.

Treasure Island

1984
When a boy and his mother discover a treasure map among the personal effects of a deceased boarder who owed them money, the youth finds himself launched on a dangerous adventure with pirates.

Pirates

1980
Includes general information about piracy and facts about some famous pirates.

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