A Pirate at Fifty

1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Jimmy Buffett shares his philosophy on life and its pursuit in a way that feels like an intimate conversation at a beachside bar, where tales unfold effortlessly (Time).

Taking his family on a three-week odyssey across the Caribbean, Buffett crafts a vivid travelogue that weaves together memories of his youth and reflections on his music career—both underscored by his perpetual quest for the ultimate fishing spot, as highlighted by USA Today.

For Parrotheads, armchair explorers, and anyone who relishes a good story and a hearty laugh, this book is the ultimate backstage pass. You’ll delve into the kinds of anecdotes Jimmy typically reserves for his closest friends, offering a glimpse into the wonderfully eccentric life as seen through his eyes.

From the storied pirate havens of the Florida Keys to the ancient ruins of Cartagena, Jimmy guides us on a journey. Along the way, he shares stories of his humble beginnings in New Orleans, his love affair with flying planes, and a near-fatal mishap in the waters of Nantucket harbor.

We accompany Jimmy to remote jungle outposts in Costa Rica and on a meandering expedition down the Amazon, where he navigates hair-raising encounters with armed customs officials and shares the cockpit with an ambitious three-year-old co-pilot. Through it all, Jimmy Buffett remains unmistakably himself.

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