Excerpt from Sir Walter Raleigh
Even as to the place of his birth there has not been complete unanimity. One writer at least has claimed that honour for an old house in the neighbourhood of the palace at Exeter, while others have accorded it to the hereditary manor of Fardell, which is near Ivy bridge, on the edge of Dartmoor. The question, how ever, appears to be decided beyond dispute in favour of East Budleigh by a letter from Sir Walter himself to a Mr. Richard Duke, of Otterton, the owner of the farm of Hayes, where it was long kept and shown to visitors. In this letter, which has now disappeared, but which was duly transcribed by Aubrey, he endeavoured to persuade Mr. Duke to allow him to purchase the farm which had been for many years occupied by his family, adding for the natural disposition I have to that place, being borne in that house, I had rather seat myself there than anywhere else. The actual name Hayes does not occur in the letter, but there is no room for doubt that Sir Walter referred to the estate of which his father held a lease from the Dukes. The old Tudor farm-house of Hayes, or Hayes Barton, still retains its sixteenth century character. It is situated between the Otter and the Exe, about a mile from the church of East Budleigh, some six from Exmouth and three from the little port of Budleigh Salterton, from which it is separated by a wood of oak-trees.
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
This is a pre-1923 historical reproduction that was curated for quality. Quality assurance was conducted on each of these books in an attempt to remove books with imperfections introduced by the digitization process. Though we have made best efforts - the books may have occasional errors that do not impede the reading experience. We believe this work is culturally important and have elected to bring the book back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. This text refers to the Bibliobazaar edition.
Les informations fournies dans la section « A propos du livre » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating look into the life and times of Sir Walter Raleigh, a pivotal figure in Elizabethan England. The author delves into the complex character of Raleigh, highlighting his adventurous spirit, his service in the French Huguenot wars, his military exploits in Ireland during the turbulent Desmond rebellion, and his subsequent rise to prominence at the English court. The book places Raleigh's experiences within the broader historical context of the Reformation, the burgeoning English sea power, and the volatile political landscape of the time. It examines the influences that shaped Raleigh's worldview, including the writings of Machiavelli and Castiglione, and explores his intricate relationships with key figures like Queen Elizabeth, Sir Humphrey Gilbert, and Robert Cecil. The book delves into the ethical dilemmas posed by the brutal realities of the era, particularly through the lens of Raleigh's participation in the massacre at Smerwick. The author carefully weighs the historical context against Raleigh's personal actions, offering a nuanced and thought-provoking assessment of his moral compass. Ultimately, this book offers a compelling portrait of a man caught between the grand ambitions of his age and the often unforgiving realities of a world rife with religious and political conflict. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331595762_0
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331595762
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331595762
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Allemagne
Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331595762
Quantité disponible : 2 disponible(s)