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Why do children consider pirates role models?
I see it on kids television shows all the time, yet a pirate is nothing more than a thief out at sea who steals money, jewels, and anything else of value. A pirate will also kill people if they don't get cooperation and also to avoid prosecution. Some have been in trouble with the police and many are constantly drunk. So why are they liked by so many kids? Why do kid shows encourage the scanarios of pirates when they are so dangerous to sailors?
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- Anonymous8 years agoFavorite Answer
In fairy tales, they make pirates seem like brave heroes out at see with the waves calmly swaying their freshly painted ship as they look out of their binoculars for new adventure with the salty smell of the sea lingering around them that causes their stomachs to growl so they meet at their ship's dining room to feast on fish and chips and other delicious seafood delicacies beside a warm glowing fire and plan tomorrows awesome adventure. That causes children to think that that is the coolest job ever! I mean, who couldn't resist a job like that (unless you're sea sick). BUT in real life, I totally agree with you.
- ?Lv 68 years ago
People (specifically the media) have romanticized pirates and idealized them making them appear like these rogue, swashbuckling, mysterious heroes.
- ?Lv 48 years ago
Because Pirates reject social norms and are not afraid to assert themselves/do what they want.