Sir Walter Raleigh Explorer for the Court of Queen Elizabeth |
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| Author:
| Olson, Steven P. |
| Series title: | The Library of Explorers and Exploration Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-60853-612-2 |
| Publication Date: | Feb 2009 |
| Publisher: | Rosen Publishing Group
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| Imprint: | Rosen Reference |
| Book Format: | Mixed media product |
| List Price: | USD $66.50 |
Book Description:
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A true Renaissance man, Sir Walter Raleigh rose from humble beginnings to become a member of Queen Elizabeth's court. Aside from organizing key expeditions to the new world, Raleigh was a noted politician, poet, and friend of the queen. Although the queen never allowed him to travel, Raleigh organized key expeditions to the New World with the goal of edging out rival Spain, as well as rivals for the queen's affections. This book follows Raleigh through his incarnations as explorer,...
More DescriptionA true Renaissance man, Sir Walter Raleigh rose from humble beginnings to become a member of Queen Elizabeth's court. Aside from organizing key expeditions to the new world, Raleigh was a noted politician, poet, and friend of the queen. Although the queen never allowed him to travel, Raleigh organized key expeditions to the New World with the goal of edging out rival Spain, as well as rivals for the queen's affections. This book follows Raleigh through his incarnations as explorer, gentleman, politician, court member, and poet.