<p>In "The Real Captain Kidd: A Vindication," Cornelius Neale Dalton delves into the historical and mythological complexities surrounding the infamous figure of Captain William Kidd. Dalton employs a rigorous historical lens, meticulously sifting through maritime records and contemporary accounts to reconstruct Kidd's narrative as a privateer rather than a mere pirate. The book is structured to dismantle the long-standing stereotypes associated w...