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Drake, Francis, approximately 1540-1596 -- Fiction Books
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Julian Stafford Corbett
For God and Gold
"For God and Gold" by Julian Stafford Corbett is a historical narrative that likely examines themes from the late 19th century. The text appears to depict the life of Mr. Jasper Festing, a scholar and Puritan, as he navigates the complexities of his father's death and the political and religious tensions of his time. The book also introduces a significant character, Sir Francis Drake, integrating historical events such as Drake's voyages, which could further illuminate the interplay between history and individual experience. The opening of the narrative sets the stage with reflections from Jasper Festing, who, at fourteen, deals with his father's austere legacy while longing for freedom and personal growth. It outlines significant relationships and events surrounding his father's death and the arrival of influential figures, including Sir Fulke Waldyve and the preacher Drake, hinting at a tumultuous socio-political landscape. Festing's internal struggles and aspirations unfold, as he grapples with the significance of his father's legacy and begins to understand the broader implications of faith and ambition within the context of a changing England.
Herbert Strang
With Drake on the Spanish Main
"With Drake on the Spanish Main" by Herbert Strang is a historical adventure novel written in the early 20th century. The book is set during the age of exploration, following the young protagonist Dennis Hazelrig as he finds himself castaway on a tropical island after a shipwreck. The narrative explores Dennis's struggles for survival as he grapples with solitude, encounters wild animals, and contemplates the dangers posed by potential human adversaries, particularly the Spanish. The opening portion of the story introduces Dennis as he awakens on an unfamiliar beach following a fierce storm that wrecked the ship, the "Maid Marian", and separated him from his comrades. Disoriented but determined, he searches for food and water, reflecting on the calamity that has befallen him and his companions. As he begins to regain his strength, he sets off to explore the island, filled with both hope of finding survivors and fear of encountering hostile inhabitants. The reader is drawn into Dennis's inner turmoil and his adaptation to the challenges of isolation and survival, setting the stage for his further adventures and the potential discovery of Spanish presence on the island.
J. S. (Joseph Smith) Fletcher
In the Days of Drake
"In the Days of Drake" by J. S. Fletcher is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the Elizabethan era during the age of exploration and maritime heroism, centering around the adventures of a young man named Humphrey Salkeld. As the narrative begins, the old Humphrey Salkeld reflects on his youth and the remarkable adventure he experienced during the late 1570s, highlighting themes of valor, rivalry, and the spirit of the time. The opening portion introduces us to the protagonist, Humphrey, who has settled down in his later years but feels compelled to recount his past exploits, particularly the period of his adolescence spent at Beechcot under the guardianship of his Uncle Sir Thurstan. From the outset, we learn of the complexities of Humphrey's relationships, particularly with his cousin Jasper Stapleton, fueled by rivalry regarding inheritance and their mutual affection for Rose Herrick. The conflict intensifies as they both vie for Rose's attention amidst tensions between their respective households, setting the stage for adventures filled with intrigue and the backdrop of the perilous Elizabethan world filled with opportunity and danger.
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