Publisher's Synopsis
Hearts of Oak: Stories of Early English Adventure is a book written by W. Noel Sainsbury. The book comprises a collection of stories that describe the early English adventurers and their remarkable voyages. The stories are set in the 16th and 17th centuries, a time when England was expanding its territories and establishing its dominance over the seas. The book covers the exploits of famous English explorers such as Sir Francis Drake, Sir Walter Raleigh, and Sir John Hawkins. It also includes lesser-known adventurers who contributed to England's maritime history. The stories are written in an engaging style, making them accessible to readers of all ages. The book provides a fascinating insight into the challenges and dangers faced by early English adventurers as they explored new lands and encountered different cultures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history, adventure, and exploration.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.
