A Sea-Dog of Devon: A Life of Sir John Hawkins, English Naval Commander, Privateer and Slaver of the 16th Century

by R. A. J. Walling

Sir John Hawkins was a naval commander and privateer during the Elizabethan era in the 16th century, who explored swathes of the New World amid danger and treachery.

Born to William Hawkins, master of The Great Galley of Henry VIII's navy, from youth John aspired to a mariner's career. His father's reputation as sailor and merchant aided John's rise, especially when it was clear...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1789872685
• ISBN13: 9781789872682
• Release Date: January 1907
• Publisher: Pantianos Classics
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"