Great Sovereigns, Heroes And Pioneers

Great Sovereigns, Heroes and Pioneers: Sir Francis Drake, Thomas Cavendish, William Dampier is a historical book written by Christian Isobel Johnstone and published in 1910. The book is a detailed account of the lives and achievements of three famous English explorers and adventurers from the 16th and 17th centuries: Sir Francis Drake, Thomas Cavendish, and William Dampier. The book begins with an introduction to the historical context of the time period in which these explorers lived and the political and social landscape of England during that time. The author then goes on to provide a comprehensive biography of each explorer, detailing their early life, their motivations for exploration, and their significant accomplishments.Sir Francis Drake, the first explorer discussed in the book, is known for his circumnavigation of the globe and his role in defeating the Spanish Armada. Thomas Cavendish, the second explorer, is famous for his circumnavigation of the globe and his successful raiding of Spanish ships and settlements. William Dampier, the third explorer, is known for his extensive travels and his contributions to the fields of natural history and geography.Throughout the book, Johnstone provides vivid descriptions of the explorers' adventures and the challenges they faced, including encounters with indigenous peoples, dangerous weather conditions, and political conflicts. The author also explores the impact that these explorers had on the world, including their contributions to scientific knowledge, their role in expanding trade and commerce, and their influence on the British Empire.Overall, Great Sovereigns, Heroes and Pioneers: Sir Francis Drake, Thomas Cavendish, William Dampier is a fascinating and informative book that provides a detailed look at the lives and legacies of three of England's most famous explorers.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.