Big Chief Elizabeth: How England's Adventurers Gambled And Won The New World

Big Chief Elizabeth: How England's Adventurers Gambled And Won The New World

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Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
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Giles Milton’s Big Chief Elizabeth recounts the extraordinary true story of Elizabeth I's audacious plan to establish an English colony in North America, a venture that saw her crowned Big Chief by a Native American tribe. This historical narrative illuminates the complex political landscape of the late 16th century, detailing the queen's ambition and the perilous journey of her emissaries across the Atlantic. Milton vividly portrays the cultural clashes and surprising alliances that shaped early Anglo-American relations, presenting a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in imperial history. The book captures the adventurous spirit and strategic maneuvering of an iconic monarch, illustrating her far-reaching influence beyond European borders. It is a compelling account that uncovers the lesser-known aspects of Elizabeth I's reign and her surprising connection to the New World.

Author: Giles Milton
Format: Hardback
Published: 2011, The Folio Society

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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

Giles Milton’s Big Chief Elizabeth recounts the extraordinary true story of Elizabeth I's audacious plan to establish an English colony in North America, a venture that saw her crowned Big Chief by a Native American tribe. This historical narrative illuminates the complex political landscape of the late 16th century, detailing the queen's ambition and the perilous journey of her emissaries across the Atlantic. Milton vividly portrays the cultural clashes and surprising alliances that shaped early Anglo-American relations, presenting a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in imperial history. The book captures the adventurous spirit and strategic maneuvering of an iconic monarch, illustrating her far-reaching influence beyond European borders. It is a compelling account that uncovers the lesser-known aspects of Elizabeth I's reign and her surprising connection to the New World.