Sir Frances Drake (1540-96) was a fearless explorer, a dashing sea hero, and the first Englishman to voyage around the world. In his later years he found fame as one of the great naval warriors of the Tudor period. Called 'El Draque', the dragon, by the Spanish, his status as national hero came from the leading role he played in stopping the Spanish King's Armada invading England. There's no doubt his life has all the ingredients for creating a classic Horribly Famous, and Andrew Donkin (author of 'Dahl, Shakespeare') is one of the best authors to do him justice.
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Scholastic
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9780439954006
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Horribly Famous: Sir Francis Drake and His Daring Deeds