England And Spain Or Valour And Patriotism

""England and Spain, or Valour and Patriotism"" is a historical fiction novel written by Felicia Dorothea Browne Hemans. The book tells the story of the Spanish Armada, which was a fleet of ships sent by King Philip II of Spain in 1588 to invade England. The story is told from the perspective of a young Englishman named Arthur, who is a soldier in Queen Elizabeth I's army.The novel begins with the preparations for the Spanish Armada's invasion and the tension between England and Spain. Arthur is sent to Spain as a spy to gather information about the Armada's plans. While in Spain, he falls in love with a Spanish woman named Inez, who is also caught between her love for Arthur and her loyalty to her country.As the Armada approaches England, Arthur and his fellow soldiers prepare for battle. The novel depicts the bravery and patriotism of the English soldiers as they fight against the Spanish Armada. The battle scenes are vividly described, and the reader is taken on a journey through the triumphs and tragedies of war.Throughout the novel, Hemans highlights the themes of love, loyalty, and patriotism. The book also portrays the cultural differences between England and Spain and the impact of war on individuals and society.Overall, ""England and Spain, or Valour and Patriotism"" is an engaging historical fiction novel that offers a unique perspective on the Spanish Armada and the bravery of the English soldiers who fought against it.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.