Half hours on the quarter-deck: The Spanish Armada to Sir Cloudesley Shovel 1670
A voyage through historic naval battles and heroic sailorsBy Anonymous
Length8h 2m
About this audiobook
"Half Hours on the Quarter-Deck: The Spanish Armada to Sir Cloudesley Shovel 1670" invites readers on a vivid historical journey through the maritime landscape of the late 16th and early 17th centuries. Written in a narrative style that balances scholarly rigor with engaging storytelling, this work delves into pivotal naval encounters, such as the Spanish Armada and the exploits of Sir Cloudesley Shovel. Rich with detailed descriptions and a profound understanding of naval warfare, the book contextually situates these events within the broader tapestry of English history, exploring themes of national identity, military strategy, and the shifting dynamics of power on the high seas. Although the author remains anonymous, it is evident that the insights presented stem from a deep-rooted passion for maritime history, possibly influenced by the author's personal experiences or the historical milieu surrounding the time of writing. This anonymity, rather than detracting from the text, enhances its mystique and allows readers to focus solely on the compelling narrative and critical analysis of the events and figures within. For readers enchanted by the allure of naval history and the exploration of England'Äôs past, this book is an invaluable resource. It not only chronicles significant maritime events but also reflects on their lasting impact on contemporary notions of sovereignty and national pride. "Half Hours on the Quarter-Deck" is highly recommended for historians, enthusiasts, and anyone keen to understand the naval heritage that has shaped modern Britain.
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GenreHistory
Length8 hrs 2 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 10, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
12ROBERT BLAKE, THE GREAT ADMIRAL OF THE COMMONWEALTH. CHAPTER IX. HE ACHIEVED FOR ENGLAND THE TITLE, NEVER SINCE DISPUTED, OF “MISTRESS OF THE SEA.”
2INTRODUCTION.
13GEORGE MONK, K.G., DUKE OF ALBEMARLE. CHAPTER X. THE FRIEND OF CROMWELL, AND THE RESTORER OF CHARLES II.
3HALF HOURS ON THE QUARTER-DECK.
14EDWARD MONTAGUE, EARL OF SANDWICH. CHAPTER XI. NAVAL CONFLICT BETWEEN THE ENGLISH AND THE DUTCH.
4WILLIAM, JOHN, AND RICHARD HAWKINS. CHAPTER I. THREE GENERATIONS OF ADVENTURERS.
15PRINCE RUPERT, NAVAL AND MILITARY COMMANDER. CHAPTER XII. THE DUTCH DISCOVER ENGLISH COURAGE TO BE INVINCIBLE.
5CHARLES HOWARD, BARON OF EFFINGHAM, AFTERWARDS EARL OF NOTTINGHAM. CHAPTER II. “BORN TO SERVE AND SAVE HIS COUNTRY.”
16SIR EDWARD SPRAGGE, ONE BORN TO COMMAND. CHAPTER XIII. THE DUTCH AVOW SUCH FIERCE FIGHTING NEVER TO HAVE BEEN SEEN.
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6SIR MARTIN FROBISHER, NAVIGATOR, DISCOVERER, AND COMBATANT. CHAPTER III. THE FIRST ENGLISH DISCOVERER OF GREENLAND.
17SIR THOMAS ALLEN. CHAPTER XIV. THE PROMOTED PRIVATEER.
7THOMAS CAVENDISH, GENTLEMAN ADVENTURER. CHAPTER IV. THE SECOND ENGLISHMAN WHO CIRCUMNAVIGATED THE GLOBE.
18SIR JOHN HARMAN. CHAPTER XV. “BOLD AS A LION, BUT ALSO WISE AND WARY.”
8SIR WALTER RALEIGH, QUEEN ELIZABETH’S FAVOURITE MINISTER. CHAPTER V. AMERICAN COLONISATION SCHEMES.
19ADMIRAL BENBOW. CHAPTER XVI. THE KING SAID, “WE MUST SPARE OUR BEAUX, AND SEND HONEST BENBOW.”
9SIR WALTER RALEIGH, SAILOR, SCHOLAR, POET. CHAPTER VI. NAVAL EXPEDITIONS—TRIAL AND EXECUTION.
20SIR CLOUDESLEY SHOVEL. CHAPTER XVII. THE SHOEMAKER WHO ROSE TO BE REAR-ADMIRAL OF ENGLAND.
10THE PLANTING OF THE GREAT AMERICAN COLONIES. CHAPTER VII. “TO FRAME SUCH JUST AND EQUAL LAWS AS SHALL BE MOST CONVENIENT.”
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11OLIVER CROMWELL AND THE SEA-POWER OF ENGLAND. CHAPTER VIII. A LONG INTERVAL IN NAVAL WARFARE ENDED.
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