The Year after the Armada, and Other Historical Studies (eBook)

Martin A. S. Hume (Autor)

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2022
281 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654702819-2 (EAN)

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In "The Year after the Armada, and Other Historical Studies," Martin A. S. Hume delivers a meticulous exploration of the tumultuous period following the defeat of the Spanish Armada in 1588. Hume's literary style strikes a delicate balance between scholarly rigor and accessible narrative, enriched by a comprehensive examination of primary sources. Each study within the collection offers profound insights into the socio-political ramifications of this significant historical event, illustrating how the fragile balance of power in Europe was transformed in its aftermath, while addressing the intricacies of diplomacy, warfare, and popular sentiment of the era. Hume, a prominent historian of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, brought to this work not only his extensive academic background but also a passion for uncovering the narratives that shaped modern Europe. His scholarship encapsulates a broader intellectual movement that sought to analyze historical events through the lens of their impact on national identity and power dynamics, rooted in a rigorous methodology influenced by Enlightenment ideals. This collection is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and enthusiasts of European history, offering a nuanced perspective on a pivotal moment in time. Hume's work not only expands our understanding of a key historical event but also invites readers to reflect on the broader consequences of warfare and imperial ambition.

Autor

Martin Andrew Sharp Hume (1847–1910) was an English historian and writer, noted for his works on the Tudor period and Spanish history. His scholarship was marked by meticulous research and a narrative style that made his historical writings both accessible and engaging to a broad audience. Hume's

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 29.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 1517-1648 • 1588 • 16th century european history • 16th century maritime conflicts • 16th century maritime fleet • 17th century • Armada • Armada historical analysis • economic history insights • Elizabethan history books • engaging historical storytelling • England and Spain history • English historians • Europe • European history exploration • Fresh knowledge • Historical clues • historical narrative essays • historical naval warfare books • Historical studies • History • History General • Maritime tasks • Martin A. S. Hume author • Neglected sources • New insights • Post-Armada political impact • Primary source examination • Renaissance era historical texts • Scholarly historical writing • Social impact studies • spanish armada • Spanish Armada aftermath • Spanish Armada literature • Spanish History • Tudor period studies • Tudor political analysis