Enemy of All Mankind: A True Story of Piracy, Power, and History's First Global Manhunt
Enemy of All Mankind: A True Story of Piracy, Power, and History's First Global Manhunt
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020286
Book • Nonfiction
Indian Ocean • 1690s
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Enemy of All Mankind: A True Story of Piracy, Power, and History's First Global Manhunt by Steven Johnson explores the story of 17th-century pirate Henry Every. The book details his infamous capture of an Indian treasure ship and the ensuing global pursuit, highlighting the interconnectedness of trade, colonialism, and piracy that shaped historical events and legal precedents.
Informative
Adventurous
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Enemy of All Mankind by Steven Johnson is praised for its engaging storytelling and deep historical research. Readers appreciate its insightful exploration of piracy's global impact. Some critiques mention a dense narrative that occasionally veers off course. Overall, it's lauded for contextualizing historical events with contemporary relevance.
Who Should Read Enemy of All Mankind: A True Story of Piracy, Power, and History's First Global Manhunt?
Readers who enjoy Enemy of All Mankind are fascinated by true crime, historical events, and global intrigue. Likely fans of Langewiesche's The Outlaw Sea or Winchester's Krakatoa, they appreciate well-researched narratives that intertwine adventure, history, and the impact of individual actions on a global scale.
5,400 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
286
Book • Nonfiction
Indian Ocean • 1690s
2020
Adult
18+ years
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