True To The Core: A Story Of The Armada

By Angiolo Robson Slous

Book Overview

True To The Core: A Story Of The Armada is a historical fiction novel written by Angiolo Robson Slous. The book is set in the 16th century and tells the story of the Spanish Armada, which was a fleet of ships sent by King Philip II of Spain to invade England. The story follows the journey of a young sailor named Diego, who is a member of the Armada. Diego is a loyal and dedicated sailor who is determined to serve his king and country with honor.As the Armada sails towards England, Diego experiences the harsh realities of life at sea, including storms, battles, and disease. He also forms close bonds with his fellow sailors and learns the importance of teamwork and loyalty. However, as the Armada reaches the English Channel, they encounter fierce resistance from the English navy, led by Queen Elizabeth I.The novel explores the themes of loyalty, courage, and sacrifice, as Diego and his fellow sailors are forced to confront their own mortality in the face of overwhelming odds. The book also provides a detailed and vivid portrayal of life at sea during the 16th century, including the daily routines of sailors, the dangers they faced, and the complex political and social dynamics of the time.Overall, True To The Core: A Story Of The Armada is an engaging and informative historical fiction novel that will appeal to readers interested in maritime history, adventure stories, and tales of bravery and sacrifice.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: 1163585130
• ISBN13: 9781163585139
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 74 Pages
• Weight: 0.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"