Autobiography Of Phineas Pett

Autobiography of Phineas Pett

by Phineas Pett

This book presents the autobiography of Phineas Pett, a renowned Master Shipbuilder who played a pivotal role in the development of the English navy during the 15th and 16th centuries. Pett's journal, transcribed by Samuel Pepys and preserved in the British Library, offers a firsthand account of his experiences and thoughts during this turbulent period. The book provides valuable insights into the shipbuilding industry, naval strategy, and the political and social landscape of Tudor England.

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