: Stede's dreams contrast his current life of piracy with his past domestic "discomfort". The title likely references the 17th-century poem " A Married State " by Katherine Philips, which describes marriage as offering "but little ease".
is the fourth episode of the first season of the HBO Max comedy series Our Flag Means Death . It first aired on March 10, 2022. Episode Summary
Simultaneously, the legendary pirate (Edward Teach) finally meets Stede. Ed is fascinated by Stede’s "Gentleman Pirate" lifestyle and his library, while Stede’s crew deals with their own interpersonal tensions, specifically Jim, who is fielding questions from the overly curious crew. Key Themes and Details