The Pleasant History Of John Winchcomb: In His Younger Years Called Lack Of Newberie, The Famous And Worthy Clothier Of England

By Thomas Deloney

Book Overview

""The Pleasant History of John Winchcomb: In His Younger Years Called Lack Of Newberie, The Famous And Worthy Clothier Of England"" is a novel written by Thomas Deloney. The book tells the story of John Winchcomb, a clothier from Newbury, England, who rose to fame and fortune in the 16th century. The novel follows John's life from his humble beginnings as a young apprentice to his eventual success as a wealthy and respected businessman. Along the way, readers are introduced to a cast of colorful characters, including John's family, friends, and rivals, as well as historical figures such as Queen Elizabeth I and Sir Francis Drake. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the world of 16th-century England, and a testament to the power of hard work and determination.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: 1163080012
• ISBN13: 9781163080016
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"