Edward C.

Edward is a London-based writer with a background in urban history. He explores the layers of great cities — the tunnels, forgotten prisons, scandals, and revolts that lie beneath tourist facades.

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Port Royal: The Vanishing of the World’s Wickedest City

Port Royal: The Vanishing of the World’s Wickedest City

Discover Port Royal, Jamaica—the "wickedest city on Earth" and the heart of Caribbean piracy. Explore how this notorious port became the home of legendary pirates like Henry Morgan and Blackbeard, and how its lawless society shaped the golden age of piracy.

Kabukichō: The Neon Labyrinth and the Shadows of the Yakuza

Step into the Neon Labyrinth. From post-war ashes to the Yakuza’s golden age, discover the gritty history and dangerous allure lurking behind the blinding lights of Kabukichō, Shinjuku.

St. Helena: Napoleon’s Remote Prison and the Island That Shaped His Legacy

Uncover the mysteries of St. Helena, the remote island where Napoleon Bonaparte spent his final years in exile. Explore the history of this isolated outpost, from its role in the British Empire to its transformation into a prison for one of history’s most famous conquerors.

Edward C.

Edward C.

The most recent posts byEdwardC.

Port Royal: The Vanishing of the World’s Wickedest City

Kabukichō: The Neon Labyrinth and the Shadows of the Yakuza

St. Helena: Napoleon’s Remote Prison and the Island That Shaped His Legacy

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Edward
C.