Life of Sir Walter Raleigh, 1552-1618

James Augustus John's masterful biography of Sir Walter Raleigh brings to life one of the most fascinating figures of the Elizabethan era. From Raleigh's early days as a soldier and courtier to his ill-fated expeditions to the New World and his eventual imprisonment and execution, John's narrative is both thrilling and informative. With rich detail and a gift for storytelling, John paints a vivid portrait of a man who embodied the spirit of adventure and exploration that characterized his age.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.