It is quite funny, and also rather sexist. The flyleaf mentions that Defoe wrote the book to try to win over a woman, who spurned him. A minor strain of bitter sexism runs through the book, which is otherwise a fun romp. I'm disappointed, as it would otherwise be a stellar recommendation.Not for ...
A lot of humor in this book. Weird characters (the pirates have no actual names), weird situations and even more strange conversations.Into a quick, funny and easy read? Then give this book a try.
Ah, the Pirates. This book, a follow up to The Pirates! In an Adventure with the Scientists! is about as awesome as the title implies. Which is to say, extremely awesome. But maybe I'm just saying that because I have a crush on the Pirate Captain, especially when he is trying to become a beekeeper.
I loved these books. They're witty and silly and really easy to read in about one sitting, if you read like I do. There are a lot of laugh-out-loud moments and quote-worthy phrases.
It's Pirates! in an Adventure! with Scientists! Of course I love it. Although I suppose I'm lucky he didn't throw the word "plague" in there as well, lest I spontaneously combust in joy.Or Penguins. Or Zombies. Really, I have lots of nouns I could recommend, should Defoe need new ideas.
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