Author and Historian Robert Jacob to Present on the Pirates of Florida

The Friends of the Franklin County Public Libraries (FFCPL) is thrilled to announce an exciting event featuring author and historian Robert Jacob. On Monday, October 7, at 2:00 PM ET, Jacob will deliver an engaging presentation about the Pirates of Florida at the Eastpoint branch, located at 160 Hickory Dip Road, Eastpoint, FL.

Robert Jacob, an award-winning author known for his expertise in pirate history, will share tales of daring adventures, treasure hunts, and legends. He will draw from his books, A Pirate’s Life in the Golden Age of Piracy, Pirates of the Florida Coast and Blackbeard: The Truth Revealed. His hour-long presentation will explore the truths, myths, and legends of Florida’s pirates and will be both entertaining and educational. Attendees will also have the opportunity to purchase signed copies of his books.

Florida’s pirate history is rich and colorful, with stories of pirates plundering its coasts, cities, and shipping lanes from Key West to Pensacola and beyond. Robert Jacob’s presentation will delve into these tales, separating fact from fiction, including the stories of the legendary José Gaspar and the pirates of the West Coast.

Robert Jacob’s lifelong passion for history led to his induction into the International Pirate Hall of Fame. His research revealed much of the historical record was contradictory and incorrect. In 2018, after a ten-year quest for accurate information on pirates, he published his first book, A Pirate’s Life in the Golden Age of Piracy.

The Fall Program Series is packed with exciting events, including Storytimes, STEM programs, Adult Crafternoons and more. Plus don’t miss the regularly scheduled programs including Eastpoint Book Chat on the 1st Tuesday at 1:30 pm, Carrabelle Book Chat on the 1st Friday at 1:30 pm, the Eastpoint Writer’s Forum on the 3rd Wednesday at 1:00 pm and Tech Help on the 4th Tuesday at 1:00 pm at both branches.