"America's Pirates & their Hidden Treasures, Vol. One, NJ, PA, DE, MD," contains first-hand accounts of the pirate's environment on land and sea. The author grew up and lived on the islands where the pirates lived and plundered.While historically accurate, the book tells exciting and entertaining stories. Sites are identified that are most likely to yield buried and hidden treasure. These sites are described more specifically than other resources, since the author, an avid sportsman, traveler and naturalist, has lived among them his entire life. Information is included on the often overlooked, pirate activity in PA and DE. This book includes specific information on pirate activity in these areas. For example, the house is identified where one of Blackbeard's girlfriends lived. The house (private residence) still stands today, in Marcus Hook, PA.Also, pirate activity in Philadelphia is included. For example, there is information on the infamous “Blue Anchor Tavern,” which Blackbeard habituated. One of the line drawings shows where the tavern was located and how pirate trade from the Delaware River gained access through today's popular, Independence Seaport Museum Details are shared on the five major and two, lesser known, pirates in four states and at sea. The book tells of each pirates' exploits and how each of them came to enter the notorious profession. Also related is the potential to find their treasure in various locations where they operated. Included also, is information on the dedicated-purpose ships and unique weapons that pirates used. The often time, colorful culture of the pirate world explained in the book. This helps the reader to understand the entire scope of their behavior, from a crude form of democracy, to a formula for the distribution of captured wealth. All adults, and students of all ages, will gain an appreciation of the forces that are part of their heritage. Once these facts are recognized, they will see their area as special and through this knowledge develop respect for their environment, both past and present, cultural and ecological. The process provides a solid foundation for building self-esteem.

Expert treasure hunter, W.C. Jameson introduces yet another intriguing collection of pirate tales featuring treacherous cutthroats, lost buried treasures, and sunken ships. North American Pirates and the Their Lost Treasure takes readers on an unforgettable journey from the rocky coasts of Maine and Rhode Island to the warm, sunny waters of the Carolinas and the Caribbean. You'll meet well-known pirates like Blackbeard and Calico Jack, as well as new faces like the infamous lady pirate, Mary Anne Townsend or the notorious "Bloody" Tew. So hop on board, hoist the sails, and prepare for an exciting jaunt to explore the swashbuckling lives of some of the most fascinating pirates in history.

Discusses buried treasures located in New England, describing the types of treasures and attempts to retrieve them

Discusses buried treasures along the Atlantic coast, describing the types of treasures and attempts to retreive them

The Book of Buried Treasure is a historical account of pirates and piracy, containing true stories of some of the most notorious buccaneers, their heists and robberies and the pirate gold that is lost forever. The book is written by American journalist and adventurer Ralph D. Paine who was indicted for piracy with a capital crime, after sailing on a boat that was smuggling munitions. Table of Contents: The World-Wide Hunt for Vanished Riches Captain Kidd in Fact and Fiction Captain Kidd, His Treasure Captain Kidd, His Trial, and Death The Wondrous Fortune of William Phips The Bold Sea Rogue, John Quelch The Armada Galleon of Tobermory Bay The Lost Plate Fleet of Vigo The Pirates' Hoard of Trinidad The Lure of Cocos Island The Mystery of the Lutine Frigate The Toilers of the Thetis The Quest of El Dorado The Wizardry of the Divining Rod Sundry Pirates and Their Booty Practical Hints for Treasure Seekers

Collects legends and lore of buried treasure in the American Southwest, with maps showing locations

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Book of Buried Treasure" (Being a True History of the Gold, Jewels, and Plate of Pirates, Galleons, etc., which are sought for to this day) by Ralph Delahaye Paine. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.