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Beatrice Marshall’s Sir Walter Raleigh brings the Elizabethan era to life through the the life of Raleigh, from childhood on a Devon farm to the shadowed corridors of power.
This biography follows Raleigh’s early love of the sea, his time at Oxford, adventures in France, and his service in Ireland. It traces how ambition, court intrigue, and personal courage shaped his rise and his eventual fall, ending with his dramatic execution and the legacy he left behind.
- A vivid portrait of Raleigh’s family background and boyhood on Hayes Farm
- The influence of sea dreams, early military training, and pursuit of glory at court
- The shifting fortunes of power, friendships, and rivalries at Elizabeth’s court
- The final act: a public, dignified death and the reflections it sparked
Ideal for readers interested in the life of a major Elizabethan figure, and for those who enjoy history told through a human, dramatic lens.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the adventures of Sir Walter Raleigh, an extraordinary figure of the Elizabethan period. The author offers a multi-faceted analysis of his life, unfolding his rise and fall as the favorite of Queen Elizabeth I. The narrative explores Raleigh's pursuits as a soldier, explorer, and courtier, highlighting his role in the defeat of the Spanish Armada and his ambitious attempts to establish colonies in North America. The author examines Raleigh's paradoxical nature, admired for his brilliance and criticized for his ruthlessness. The book delves into the themes of ambition, loyalty, and the complexities of a man who lived in a time of great change and exploration. By shedding light on Raleigh's life and times, the author unveils the intricate tapestry of the Elizabethan era, offering readers an immersive and thought-provoking exploration of a pivotal figure in English history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781440082153_0
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