The Life Of Edward, Lord Hawke, Admiral Of The Fleet: With Some Account Of The Origin Of The English Wars In The Reign Of George II

By Montagu Burrows

Book Overview

The book titled ""The Life Of Edward, Lord Hawke, Admiral Of The Fleet: With Some Account Of The Origin Of The English Wars In The Reign Of George II"" is a biography of Edward Hawke, who was a prominent figure in the British Navy during the 18th century. The author, Montagu Burrows, provides a detailed account of Hawke's life, from his early years as a sailor to his rise to the rank of Admiral of the Fleet.The book also delves into the political and military climate of England during the reign of George II, and how this influenced Hawke's career. Burrows provides insight into the various conflicts that Hawke was involved in, including the War of Jenkins' Ear and the Seven Years' War.Throughout the book, Burrows paints a vivid picture of Hawke's personality, his leadership style, and his contributions to the British Navy. He also explores Hawke's legacy, both in terms of his impact on the Navy and his place in British history.Overall, ""The Life Of Edward, Lord Hawke, Admiral Of The Fleet"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of Britain's most celebrated naval commanders.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: 1163637327
• ISBN13: 9781163637326
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 526 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"