Ever since the dawn of civilization, there has been the underbelly of society; the demi monde. From the safety of our classroom, we shall plunge into the vibrant history of the places which have been home and havens to thieves, cut-throats, smugglers and the assorted vagabonds who have plagued society and captured our imaginations throughout the ages. From ancient times to the Golden Age of Piracy and into the early-modern world, we shall explore the surprising history and fascinating places that pilferers, pirates and profligates have made into legend.