Story Of The Armada

Story of the Armada

by Amice MacDonell

This historical novel recounts the events leading up to and including the Spanish Armada's attempt to invade England in 1588. It portrays Queen Elizabeth I's challenges in maintaining her power and the threats she faces from internal conspiracies and the looming Spanish fleet. The story features key historical figures like Sir Francis Drake and Lord Burleigh, as they work to defend their country from the Spanish forces. The book explores themes of loyalty, courage, and the complexities of political maneuvering during a period of great national peril.

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