Westward Ho! Or The Voyages And Adventures Of Amyas Leigh (1887)

Westward Ho! Or The Voyages And Adventures Of Amyas Leigh is a historical novel written by Charles Kingsley and published in 1887. The story is set in the 16th century and follows the adventures of a young Englishman named Amyas Leigh, who sets sail from his hometown of Bideford, Devon, in search of wealth and adventure in the New World. Amyas is accompanied by his childhood friend, the scholarly and pious Will Cary, and a group of other adventurers, including a Spanish renegade named Don Guzman, who becomes Amyas's mortal enemy. Together, they embark on a series of voyages and adventures, encountering pirates, native tribes, and other dangers along the way.The novel is set against the backdrop of the Elizabethan era, a time of great exploration and discovery, and features historical figures such as Sir Francis Drake and Sir Walter Raleigh. The story is also infused with themes of patriotism, religious faith, and the struggle between good and evil.Westward Ho! is considered a classic of English literature and is known for its vivid descriptions of life at sea, its portrayal of exotic lands and cultures, and its exciting and swashbuckling plot. It is a thrilling adventure story that captures the spirit of the age of exploration and is sure to captivate readers of all ages.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.