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Author: Richard T. Spence Publisher: Alan Sutton Publishing ISBN: Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 284
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George Clifford, 3rd Earl of Cumberland, was one of the most renowned and colourful of Queen Elizabeth I's courtiers. A typical Renaissance man of learning and action, and the leading northern earl at Court, he commanded the Elizabeth Bonaventure against the Spanish Armada and carried news of the English victory to Elizabeth at Tilbury. An accomplished jouster, he became the Queen's Champion in 1590. He was a co-founder in 1600 of the East India Company, which opened up English commerce with the Far East, and was appointed to the Privy Council by James I. In this attractively illustrated and scholarly biography, the first for seventy-five years, Dr Spence illuminates Cumberland's varied activities as royal servant, courtier, privateer, landowner and spendthrift, assesses his achievements, and reveals how much the course of his life and fortunes was influenced by Queen Elizabeth herself.
Author: Clinton G. Gilroy Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 364
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In 'The History of Silk, Cotton, Linen, Wool, and Other Fibrous Substances', Clinton G. Gilroy delves into the intricate world of textiles, tracing the evolution and significance of various fibers throughout history. Gilroy's scholarly approach combines a meticulous examination of each fiber's production process and cultural impact with a compelling narrative style that makes this book accessible to both academics and general readers. Within the context of textile history, Gilroy explores the economic, social, and artistic implications of these fibers, shedding light on their role in shaping societies and civilizations. This comprehensive work serves as an essential resource for anyone interested in the intersection of material culture and human history. Clinton G. Gilroy's expertise in textile history is evident in this meticulously researched and engagingly written book. With a background in material culture studies, Gilroy brings a unique perspective to the subject, exploring how fibers have influenced everything from trade to fashion trends. 'The History of Silk, Cotton, Linen, Wool, and Other Fibrous Substances' is a must-read for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of textile history, offering a rich tapestry of information and insights.
Author: A.J. Warden Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1136229949 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 763
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It is somewhat surprising that the history of so ancient and important a manufacture as that of Linen, and of the commerce connected with it, has not long before this time been placed in a comprehensive form before the world. It is one of the axioms of Political Economy, as it is held at the present day, that "demand creates supply," but, up to the present time, that has not in this instance been verified. The feeling that such a work was needed has often been expressed, both by the general public and by those immediately concerned in the Trade, but without, until now, having the effect of bringing forth one.
Author: G. A. Henty Publisher: BookRix ISBN: 3736807058 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 580
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When Roger Hankshaw boards the merchant ship Swan for a perilous journey to the New World, little does the young Englishman know what adventure awaits him. After a shipwreck strands him in Pre-Columbian Mexico, Roger must find a way to avoid becoming one of the many human sacrifices offered to the Aztec gods. Proving himself to be honorable and trustworthy, Roger builds enduring friendships with many of the natives. Later, when the Spanish noble and explorer Hernando Cortez arrives, Roger is placed in a difficult position. How can an Englishman explain his presence in Mexico? Cortez, with a military force intent on converting the heathen Aztecs, will also plunder their riches. Can Roger help his native friends survive the turmoil of the Spanish conquest of Mexico?
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