Who Was Blackbeard?, James Buckley, Jr.
Who Was Blackbeard?, James Buckley, Jr.
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Who Was Blackbeard?

Author: James Buckley, Jr., Who HQ

Series: Who Was?

Narrator: Nicholas Guy Smith

Unabridged: 58 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/05/2018


Synopsis

Though much of his early life remains a mystery, Blackbeard most likely began his life as Edward Teach in the sailing port of Bristol, England. He began his career as a hired British sailor during Queen Anne’s War. He eventually settled in the Bahamas under Captain Benjamin Hornigold who taught the young sailor to go "a-pirating." Soon enough, Blackbeard was commanding his own fleet and stealing ships around the Caribbean and up and down the Eastern seaboard. Known for his thick, black beard and fearsome reputation, the legend of Blackbeard has influenced pirate legend and lore for over 300 years.

About The Author

James Buckley, Jr. has written more than 50 books for kids, including Who Was Ernest Shackleton?


Reviews

Goodreads review by Daniel Ray on December 05, 2024

Short, educational series. Blackbeard was Public Enemy Number 1 of the American Colonies in 1717. British Navy killed him after a couple years. Thought to be Edward Teach, from Bristol, England.......more

Goodreads review by Shankar on March 18, 2023

I liked the part where Blackbeard fought other ships using cannonballs. I rode Pirates of the Caribbean at Disney and it reminded me of Blackbeard.......more

Goodreads review by ari on January 05, 2025

Read for the 2025 library challenge.......more