Admiral Blake (1886)

Admiral Blake is a historical novel written by David Hannay and published in 1886. The novel is set in the mid-17th century and follows the life of Admiral Robert Blake, a prominent figure in the English navy during the Commonwealth period. The novel covers Blake's early life, his rise to prominence in the navy, and his role in some of the most significant naval battles of the time, including the Battle of Santa Cruz and the Battle of the Gabbard.The novel is divided into three parts, with each part focusing on a different period in Blake's life. The first part covers his early years and his time as a merchant seaman, while the second part focuses on his rise to prominence in the navy and his involvement in the English Civil War. The final part covers his later years and his role in the Anglo-Dutch Wars.Throughout the novel, Hannay provides a detailed and accurate portrayal of the political and social climate of the time, as well as the role of the navy in the conflicts of the period. He also explores the personal life of Blake, including his relationships with his family and his struggle with illness.Admiral Blake is a well-researched and engaging historical novel that provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of England's greatest naval heroes. Hannay's writing style is clear and concise, making the novel accessible to readers of all levels of historical knowledge.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.