While books and movies promote a romanticized view of pirates, the truth is that piracy is a growing menace that has been plaguing the shipping industry for centuries.

Jan 24, 2010 - Vijay Ghosh

Rock and roll takes off in clever John Curtis tale that weighs anchor with Bill Nighy and Philip Seymour Hoffman as disc jockeys taking on an uptight British rulers.

Nov 14, 2009 - Robert Waldman

The new book by Graham A. Thomas tells the little related story of Woodes Rogers, an English treasure hunter who eventually became the governor of the Bahamas.

Apr 10, 2009 - Joseph Allen McCullough

Life on board pirate ships was far more lenient and the crew enjoyed the same luxuries as the Captain, including food and alcohol.

Mar 9, 2009 - Deanna Proach

Pirates were fierce and often desperate sailors, who, when forced to fight, utilized a wide variety of weapons to overcome their foes.

Dec 30, 2008 - Robert Marcell

Before Pirates of the Caribbean, pirates patrolling the ancient waters of the Mediterranean took full advantage of the powerful trade routes of Greece, Egypt, and Rome.

May 21, 2007 - Robin Fowler

John Malam gives children a history lesson on pirates they'll never forget in You Wouldn't Want to Be a Pirate's Prisoner!

May 11, 2007 - Elizabeth Yetter

A fun adventure story that is perfect for pirate-lovers and reluctant readers.

Nov 14, 2006 - Elizabeth Yetter

Ahoy mates! Grab your shipmates, make some dominoes and the loser walks the blank.

Aug 8, 2006 - Belinda Mooney

Johny Depp's Jack Sparrow may set a new standard for onscreen piracy but so did Errol Flynn's Captain Blood.

Jul 14, 2006 - Dan Lalande

The third in our lesson plans on Pirates for homeschoolers. Learn about pirate weapons and fighting.

Jul 8, 2006 - Christine Alcott

Welcome to the second of our Pirate Lesson plans! Step aboard and be lively!

Jul 7, 2006 - Christine Alcott

a new phenomena of our pop culture isn't quite so new. This popular folklore has a basis in history.

May 8, 2006 - Diana Tierney

A new, well-written, professional, comprehensive book by an experienced Master Captain is sure to please. It is a must-read for all commercial (and other) sea persons.

May 6, 2009 - Donald Reinhardt

Pirates Week in the Cayman Islands is an annual pirate festival with a surprise every year. Pirate costumes, ships, music, and fun for the whole family.

Nov 7, 2010 - Jennifer Groepl

Baseball is a turbulent game, 162 game seasons really grind down teams and players, but why did the Pirates collapse this season?

Nov 3, 2011 - Thomas Park

In the late 1600s, some Caribbean pirates still scored lucrative success, but the less accomplished were disillusioned with the huge risks they had to take.

Jun 17, 2011 - Brenda Ralph Lewis

The wokou pirates of 13th century Japan terrorized nearby Korea but also served as saviors of their own country in the fight against the Mongol invaders.

May 23, 2011 - Brenda Ralph Lewis

In the 3rd century BC, the Romans joined the battle against the pirates who made the Mediterranean such a cruel and dangerous environment.

May 18, 2011 - Brenda Ralph Lewis