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Highlights
- A real-life thriller -- the true story of the unheralded American who brought the Barbary Pirates to their knees.
- About the Author: Richard Zacks is a graduate of the Columbia Journalism School, a former syndicated columnist for the New York Daily News, and a freelance journalist for Atlantic Monthly, Time, the Village Voice, London Times, Life, and other publications.
- 454 Pages
- History, Military
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About the Book
In this national bestseller, now in paperback, acclaimed historian Zacks brings the true story of the unheralded American--William Eaton--who brought the Barbary pirates to their knees. 8-page photo section.Book Synopsis
A real-life thriller -- the true story of the unheralded American who brought the Barbary Pirates to their knees. In an attempt to stop the legendary Barbary Pirates of North Africa from hijacking American ships, William Eaton set out on a secret mission to overthrow the government of Tripoli. The operation was sanctioned by President Thomas Jefferson, who at the last moment grew wary of "intermeddling" in a foreign government and sent Eaton off without proper national support. Short on supplies, given very little money and only a few men, Eaton and his mission seemed doomed from the start. He triumphed against all odds, recruited a band of European mercenaries in Alexandria, and led them on a march across the Libyan Desert. Once in Tripoli, the ragtag army defeated the local troops and successfully captured Derne, laying the groundwork for the demise of the Barbary Pirates. Now, Richard Zacks brings this important story of America's first overseas covert op to life.Review Quotes
"A tale of high ideals, derring-do, extraordinary courage and victory against imposing odds."
About the Author
Richard Zacks is a graduate of the Columbia Journalism School, a former syndicated columnist for the New York Daily News, and a freelance journalist for Atlantic Monthly, Time, the Village Voice, London Times, Life, and other publications.Dimensions (Overall): 7.9 Inches (H) x 5.3 Inches (W) x 1.1 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.1 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 454
Genre: History
Sub-Genre: Military
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
Theme: United States
Format: Paperback
Author: Richard Zacks
Language: English
Street Date: June 1, 2006
TCIN: 76948423
UPC: 9781401308490
Item Number (DPCI): 247-03-6282
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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