James Augustus John's masterful biography of Sir Walter Raleigh brings to life one of the most fascinating figures of the Elizabethan era. From Raleigh's early days as a soldier and courtier to his ill-fated expeditions to the New World and his eventual imprisonment and execution, John's narrative is both thrilling and informative. With rich detail and a gift for storytelling, John paints a vivid portrait of a man who embodied the spirit of adventure...