Sir Walter Raleigh: A Biography

By William Stebbing

Book Overview

""Sir Walter Raleigh: A Biography"" by William Stebbing is a comprehensive account of the life and legacy of one of England's most famous explorers, courtiers, and writers. The book traces Raleigh's life from his humble beginnings in Devonshire to his rise as a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I and his eventual downfall under King James I. Stebbing delves into Raleigh's expeditions to the New World, his involvement in the colonization of Virginia, and his role in the defeat of the Spanish Armada. The book also explores Raleigh's literary achievements, including his poetry and his influential work ""The History of the World."" Throughout the biography, Stebbing provides a nuanced portrait of Raleigh, examining his strengths and weaknesses as a man and a leader. With its detailed research and engaging prose, ""Sir Walter Raleigh: A Biography"" offers a fascinating look at one of the most colorful figures of the Elizabethan era.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: 1428658238
• ISBN13: 9781428658233
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"