A pirate’s life is short, but full of special romance—with a slightly briny taste of sea wind and human blood. In a pirate’s life there are brawls and chases, torn sails, fighting through every storm, and the shadow of a gallows on the shore—these are everyday realities. But the treasure chests of unimaginable riches and the sweet life with a luxurious beauty are, more often than not, just a dream—just as tempting as it is out of reach. But who doesn’t take risks doesn’t drink champagne. Right?