O'Donnell, Liam

Presents different types of pirate ships and their features, how they were obtained, their uses and care, and some of the famous pirates who used them.

Describes the daily lives of pirates, the code of conduct they lived by, and the punishments they faced if they broke the rules.

Looks at some of the tools pirates needed to sail their ships, fight battles, and survive at sea, and explains how they usually obtained their supplies.