A Nest Of Corsairs: The Fighting Karamanlis Of The Barbary Coast

Author: Seton Dearden
Binding: Hardback
Published: John Murray, 1976

Condition:
Book: Very good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: No tears, minor wear in form of tanning along spine

A Nest Of Corsairs: The Fighting Karamanlis Of The Barbary Coast by Seton Dearden is a historical account that chronicles the tumultuous reign of the Karamanli dynasty in Tripoli during the 18th and early 19th centuries. This non-fiction work details their rise to power, their engagement in piracy and diplomacy along the Barbary Coast, and their eventual downfall. It presents a vivid picture of the political intrigue, naval warfare, and cultural clashes that defined the era, offering insights into a lesser-known but significant period of Mediterranean history. The narrative captures the fierce independence and strategic cunning of the Karamanlis as they navigated a complex world of Ottoman suzerainty and European expansion.