The Spanish Armada

The Spanish Armada: A Descriptive Historical Poem is a book written by William Henry Kearley Wright and published in 1874. The book is a narrative poem that tells the story of the Spanish Armada, a fleet of ships sent by King Philip II of Spain to invade England in 1588. The poem describes the events leading up to the battle, the battle itself, and the aftermath of the defeat of the Armada. Wright's poem is a vivid and detailed account of the conflict, with descriptions of the ships, the men who sailed them, and the tactics used in battle. The book also includes historical notes and a glossary of terms to help readers understand the context of the poem. Overall, The Spanish Armada: A Descriptive Historical Poem is a unique and engaging way to learn about one of the most famous naval battles in history. It combines poetry and history to create a compelling narrative that is both informative and entertaining.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.