James Anthony Froude

The Spanish Story Of The Armada And Other Essays

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Produktbeschreibung

The Spanish Story Of The Armada And Other Essays is a collection of historical essays written by James Anthony Froude. The book primarily focuses on the Spanish Armada, a naval fleet sent by the Spanish Empire in 1588 to invade England. Froude's essays provide a detailed account of the events leading up to the Armada, the battles fought, and the aftermath of the failed invasion. In addition to the Armada, the book also includes essays on other historical events, such as the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, the Spanish Inquisition, and the colonization of America. Froude's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the historical events he covers. Overall, The Spanish Story Of The Armada And Other Essays is a fascinating read for anyone interested in European history, naval warfare, or the Renaissance period. Froude's insights and analysis provide readers with a unique perspective on these important historical events.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.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 356
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. Mai 2006
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 21mm
• Gewicht: 578g
• ISBN-13: 9781428606609
• ISBN-10: 1428606602
• Artikelnr.: 21084486

Autorenporträt

James Anthony Froude was a prominent English historian, biographer, and essayist, born on April 23, 1818, in Dartington, Devon, England. He is best known for his works on the history of England and his biographies of significant figures from the Tudor period. Froude was educated at Westminster School and Oriel College, Oxford. He developed a keen interest in history and literature, particularly in the period of the English Reformation. His writings often reflect his controversial views on religious and political matters, which garnered both acclaim and criticism. One of Froude's most notable works is "The History of England from the Fall of Wolsey to the Defeat of the Spanish Armada," a monumental historical series spanning six volumes. In this series, Froude provides a vivid and dramatic account of the tumultuous events during the reigns of the Tudor monarchs, including Henry VIII and Elizabeth I. Aside from his historical writings, Froude also penned biographies of notable figures such as Thomas Carlyle. His works often tackled complex themes and explored the intersection of politics, religion, and society. James Anthony Froude's writings continue to be studied and debated by scholars, making him a significant figure in the field of historical literature.