The Letters of Sir Walter Raleigh V1, 1879 to 1922
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ISBN10: 1417924764
ISBN13: 9781417924769
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 1 2005
Pages: 644
Weight: 2.05
Height: 1.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781417924769
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 1 2005
Pages: 644
Weight: 2.05
Height: 1.42 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Letters of Sir Walter Raleigh V1, 1879 to 1922 is a collection of correspondence written by Sir Walter Raleigh, a prominent figure in English history during the Elizabethan era. This volume, compiled by editors from letters held in various archives, covers the period from 1879 to 1922, which includes the years of Raleigh's imprisonment and eventual execution for treason. The letters provide insight into Raleigh's personal life, his relationships with other historical figures, and his political and military career. They also offer a glimpse into the social and cultural norms of the time. This book is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the life and times of Sir Walter Raleigh.1926. Two Volumes in One. With a preface by David Nichol Smith. With nine illustrations. The death of Sir Walter Raleigh in 1922, on his return from his flight to Baghdad in connection with his official history of the Air Force during the War, deprived England of one of her most brilliant scholars and expositors, and a large number of persons of one of their most valued friends. In this book, in which have been collected all the letters available, covering a period from his youth to a day or so before his death, the Walter Raleigh, scholar, critic, friend and humorist, is to be found in every one of his moods; and that is saying a great deal, for he was one of the most varied and enchanting of companions. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.
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