Sir Walter Ralegh: The British Dominion Of The West (1897)

Sir Walter Ralegh: The British Dominion Of The West is a historical book written by Martin Andrew Sharp Hume in 1897. The book is a detailed account of the life and achievements of Sir Walter Ralegh, an English explorer, writer, and politician who played a significant role in the colonization of the New World. The book begins with Ralegh's early life and education, and then goes on to describe his travels and adventures in America, including his expeditions to Virginia and the Orinoco River in South America. The author also delves into Ralegh's political career, including his relationship with Queen Elizabeth I and his imprisonment in the Tower of London. Hume provides a comprehensive analysis of Ralegh's contributions to English colonialism, including his efforts to establish settlements in Virginia and his advocacy for English expansion into the New World. The book also explores Ralegh's literary achievements, including his writings on the history and geography of the New World. Overall, Sir Walter Ralegh: The British Dominion Of The West is a well-researched and engaging biography of one of the most important figures in English colonial history. It provides a fascinating insight into the life and achievements of a man who played a key role in shaping the course of British history.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.