Sir Walter Raleigh: Heroes Of American History (1909)

By Frederick A. Ober

Book Overview

Sir Walter Raleigh: Heroes of American History (1909) is a biography of the famous English explorer, writer, and courtier Sir Walter Raleigh. The book, written by Frederick A. Ober, delves into the life of Raleigh, from his early days as a soldier in France to his eventual role as a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I. The book explores Raleigh's many accomplishments, including his voyages to the New World, his establishment of the colony of Roanoke Island, and his contributions to the English language through his writings. It also delves into his personal life, including his relationships with the queen and his wife, as well as his eventual imprisonment and execution.Throughout the book, Ober paints a vivid picture of Raleigh's life and times, providing a fascinating glimpse into the world of Elizabethan England and the early days of English exploration in the Americas. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of early America, the Elizabethan era, or the life of one of England's most famous explorers and adventurers.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: 1104175576
• ISBN13: 9781104175573
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 336 Pages
• Weight: 0.99 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"