02635cam a22003373u 4500 52942 UtSlPG 20260610134223.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 D Hume, Martin A. S. (Martin Andrew Sharp), 1847-1910 The Year after the Armada, and Other Historical Studies Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2016-08-30 The year after the Armada -- Julian Romero, swashbuckler -- The coming of Philip the Prudent -- The evolution of the Spanish Armada -- A fight against finery -- A palace in the Strand -- The exorcism of Charles the Bewitched -- A sprig of the House of Austria -- The journal of Richard Bere. Produced by Al Haines "The Year after the Armada and Other Historical Studies" by Martin A. S. Hume is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work offers an in-depth examination of the events and ramifications following the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588, focusing on significant military and political maneuvers involving Spain, England, and Portugal during that period. Hume draws on lesser-known manuscripts and contemporary documents to shed light on this pivotal moment in European history. At the start of the narrative, Hume provides a detailed analysis of the Spanish Armada's disastrous attempt to invade England, emphasizing the demoralization of the Spanish fleet following their defeat. He recounts the events leading to the desire for vengeance in Spain and the political maneuvering that ensued, particularly highlighting Philip II's attempts to reassert his country's honor. The author goes on to discuss the preparation for a counter-invasion and details the complicated interactions between notable figures, such as Dom Antonio, the Portuguese pretender to the throne, and English leaders like Sir Francis Drake. Overall, the opening sets the stage for a multifaceted exploration of the historical consequences of the Armada's defeat and the ensuing conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Europe -- History -- 1517-1648 Armada, 1588 Europe -- History -- 17th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52942 93776 93776