This biography of Drake makes use of Spanish and English sources to explore hitherto neglected areas of his life. Drake is shown not only as a great seaman, but also in a more unfamiliar light as vigorous social climber, businessman and property magnate, Lord Mayor, civic leader and parliamentarian, and as deputy Lord Lieutenant and magistrate.
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This biography of Drake makes use of Spanish and English sources to explore hitherto neglected areas of his life. Drake is shown not only as a great seaman, but also in a more unfamiliar light as vigorous social climber, businessman and property magnate, Lord Mayor, civic leader and parliamentarian, and as deputy Lord Lieutenant and magistrate.
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Very Good. Used, dust jacket outer edges have scuffs, cover has light scratches, some outer pages have shelf wear, book content is in very good condition. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. Contains: Illustrations.
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I'm not a Scholar. I just enjoy reading and learning all kinds of History. This book to me was well written i.e. enjoyable, and easy to read without being at such a level so as to insult the average adult reader's intelligence. The first chapter is a little dry because of the many details on Drakes early background. After that I became absorbed in the account.
I also appreciate the Author pointing out where various accounts of the same events differ, and which one seems more credible, and why. I highly recommend this book.
