Early Modern World - Pirates (HIST200)

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Reference Sources

Ahoy! Remember to check bibliographies and footnotes. Follow the path to good sources. It's like following a treasure map!

Here's a list of selected specialized reference books (available in the Garver Room) you may want to consider:

Ref 382 En32no Encyclopedia of World Trade
Ref 910.3 W18en Encyclopedia of Exploration
Ref 940.2 En19 Encyclopedia of the Renaissance
Ref 942 Ox22 Oxford Companion to British History
Ref 940.05 W12h Historical Dictionary of the Elizabethan World
Ref 972.91 SU18h Historical Dictionary of Cuba
Ref 972.92 SE52en Encyclopedia of Jamaican Heritage
Ref 980 En13 Encyclopedia of Latin American History and Culture

The reference books will give you an overview of your subject; check the bibliographies for further information. Remember to use cross references, indexes, and tables of contents to help you locate information.

Delve Deeper with Books

After getting an overview with reference sources, it is time to start searching the online catalog for books that focus more specifically on the topic you have chosen. Click on the links below to access Phillips Academy's library catalog, and to search for books in other libraries.

OWH Library Catalog

Desk Reserves for History 200 - Pirates

Here's a list of terms / people you may want to consider when checking the books:
Pirates
Piracy
Martin Frobisher
Privateers
Privateering
Francis Drake
Freebooters
John Hawkins
Buccaneers
Henry Morgan
Spanish Main

Recommended Databases

A to Z List of DatabasesBrowse this list to see all of the databases that the OWHL subscribes to.
JSTOR offers coverage of journals from the initial date of publication. This database covers a wide span of subjects and disciplines. Please see a librarian if you need help using JSTOR!

If you are trying to access these databases from off-campus, you will be prompted to enter your Library Card Number. This is your PA ID Number.

Selected Internet Resources

The Buccaneers of America Explore 'The Buccaneers of America' with a 3D digital model to simulate turning the pages of a real book. Includes English print and audio translations.

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Documentation

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