Other editions of book Francis Drake

How long did it take Frances Drake to sail around the world? Why was Drake knighted? How did Drake "singe the King of Spain's beard"? The 'Groundbreakers' series explores the lives of pioneering men and women–people whose achievements and discoveries have had a lasting impact on our world. Each book tells about the experiences that inspired these amazing individuals to think in new ways and discusses how the environment they lived in affected their work. Information on their supporters, colleagues, and rivals adds to the story. Finally, a look at the person's legacy shows how their achievements and discoveries continue to affect people today.

How long did it take Frances Drake to sail around the world? Why was Drake knighted? How did Drake "singe the King of Spain's beard"? The 'Groundbreakers' series explores the lives of pioneering men and women–people whose achievements and discoveries have had a lasting impact on our world. Each book tells about the experiences that inspired these amazing individuals to think in new ways and discusses how the environment they lived in affected their work. Information on their supporters, colleagues, and rivals adds to the story. Finally, a look at the person's legacy shows how their achievements and discoveries continue to affect people today.

This volume is part of a biography series exploring the lives and achievements of important inventors and pioneers. As well as providing the life story of Francis Drake and an analysis of his work, this book places his achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The book includes: a look at the ongoing impact of Drake's work; quotes and writings from the newspapers and journals of the time; and information about the men and women who affected his life and work.

A biography of Francis Drake. As well as providing a full life story and analysis of his work, it places his achievements in context by looking at the technological and historical context of the time. The book includes quotes and writings from newspapers and journals of the time; a look at the ongoing impact of his work; and information about his rivals and the men and women who affected his life and work.