Captain's Pick 27 · The Grand Tour
The Republic of Pirates
The true story of the Caribbean's buccaneers — Grandpa's porch read that pairs perfectly with Stop 2's real pirate seas.
See it on Amazon →What it is
The Republic of Pirates by Colin Woodard is a nonfiction history of the real Caribbean pirates of the early 1700s, including Blackbeard.
Why it's on my list
It's the real story behind the ride, and a great book for a grandparent to read and pass along.
Best for
History lovers and anyone who grew up loving pirate stories.
Captain's tip
Read it before a Caribbean cruise; the ports will mean more.
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