Ralegh: His Exploits And Voyages (1881)

By George M. Towle

Book Overview

Ralegh: His Exploits And Voyages, written by George Makepeace Towle and originally published in 1881, is a biographical account of the life of Sir Walter Ralegh, a prominent figure in English history known for his military exploits, voyages of exploration, and political ambitions. The book covers Ralegh's early life, his time as a soldier in Ireland, his involvement in the court of Queen Elizabeth I, his voyages to the Americas, his imprisonment and eventual execution under King James I, and his enduring legacy as a poet, historian, and influential figure in English literature. Towle draws on a variety of historical sources to paint a vivid picture of Ralegh's life and times, including accounts of his encounters with Native American tribes, his role in the colonization of Virginia, and his involvement in the conspiracy to overthrow James I. The book also explores Ralegh's complex personality, his relationships with other historical figures, and the political and social context of his era. Overall, Ralegh: His Exploits And Voyages is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of England's most fascinating and controversial figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165684438
• ISBN13: 9781165684434
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"