George, Third Earl Of Cumberland, 1558-1605: His Life And His Voyages (1920)

By George Charles Williamson

Book Overview

""George, Third Earl of Cumberland, 1558-1605: His Life and His Voyages"" is a historical biography written by George Charles Williamson and published in 1920. The book chronicles the life of George Clifford, the third Earl of Cumberland, who was a prominent figure in Elizabethan England. The biography covers Clifford's early life, his education, and his rise to power as a member of the court of Queen Elizabeth I. It also explores Clifford's passion for navigation and his numerous voyages, including his famous expedition to the Azores in 1589. Williamson provides a detailed account of Clifford's life, drawing on historical records and personal correspondence to paint a vivid picture of this influential figure. The book also includes illustrations, maps, and other visual aids to help readers better understand the context and events of Clifford's life. Overall, ""George, Third Earl of Cumberland, 1558-1605: His Life and His Voyages"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Elizabethan England, the Age of Exploration, or the life of one of the era's most fascinating figures.A Study From Original Documents.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120286573
• ISBN13: 9781120286574
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 388 Pages
• Weight: 1.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"