Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
EUR 25,25
Quantità: 15 disponibili
Aggiungi al carrelloPAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Da: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
HRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Da: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Regno Unito
EUR 31,10
Quantità: 15 disponibili
Aggiungi al carrelloHRD. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.
Da: Forgotten Books, London, Regno Unito
EUR 19,92
Quantità: Più di 20 disponibili
Aggiungi al carrelloPaperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the decline of the English Royal Navy during the early Stuart period, examining a pivotal yet often overlooked chapter in naval history. The author explores the gradual erosion of England's maritime dominance, a stark contrast to the glorious achievements of the Elizabethan era. The book focuses on the administrations of the Earl of Nottingham and the Duke of Buckingham, highlighting the corruption, mismanagement, and political maneuvering that undermined the Navy's strength and effectiveness. The author meticulously recounts the detrimental impact of peace treaties, the rise of piracy, and the lack of financial support, all of which contributed to a decline in shipbuilding, seamanship, and overall naval prowess. The book emphasizes the contrast between the bravery and dedication of English sailors and the incompetence of those in positions of authority. It presents a compelling narrative of how political ambition, financial mismanagement, and a misguided pursuit of peace led to a critical weakening of the Royal Navy, ultimately jeopardizing England's national security and maritime influence. This insightful work offers a crucial perspective on the complex interplay of political, economic, and social factors that shaped the fate of a once formidable naval power. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
Da: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Regno Unito
EUR 40,64
Quantità: 1 disponibili
Aggiungi al carrelloPaperback. Condizione: Brand New. 356 pages. 9.02x5.98x0.74 inches. This item is printed on demand.