The Scarlet Empire (1906)

By David M. Parry and David MacLean Parry

Book Overview

The Scarlet Empire is a historical novel written by David M. Parry and first published in 1906. The story is set in the 16th century and follows the adventures of a young Englishman named Francis Drake as he embarks on a mission to explore the New World and establish trade routes with the Spanish colonies. Along the way, he encounters a wide range of characters, including Native Americans, Spanish conquistadors, and fellow Englishmen. As Drake navigates the dangerous waters of colonialism and imperialism, he must also confront his own personal demons and come to terms with the harsh realities of life in a rapidly changing world. The novel is rich in historical detail and provides a fascinating glimpse into the political and social landscape of the era. It is a gripping tale of adventure, betrayal, and redemption that will appeal to readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437327257
• ISBN13: 9781437327250
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 420 Pages
• Weight: 1.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"