The whole of that coast has always been a haven for pirates - the Lycian Devils, who reached America very early on, tangled with English pirates and no doubt many others. Maybe there's a story in there.
Friday, July 30, 2010
Back from the Pirate Coast
I haven't taken any part in this blog for a while because I was in a remote village in southern Turkey, just north of Cyprus. Swimming in the quiet little bay sometimes became quite exciting when a pirate boat went past, flags flying and drums beating a fierce rhythm. It did feel quite scary, especially when two or more appeared in a line. While these boats run tourist trips at weekends, I do wonder what else they do during the week...
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Will your next novel feature pirates, then?
I'm planning a couple of stories set in 'Byronic' times and areas he travelled in, so probably there'll be some pirates. Especially after hearing the boom-boom getting louder and then seeing the little boats appear. When you're in the water and close by, they are more fearsome than when you queue to get a seat for a trip.
It must have been So frightening. Imagine if one of those boats were following you! Nothing romantic about the reality.
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