Colin Martin

The definitive history of the Spanish Armada, lavishly illustrated and fully revised In July 1588, the Spanish Armada sailed from Corunna to conquer England. Three weeks later, an English fireship attack in the Channel—and then a fierce naval battle—foiled the planned invasion. Many myths still surround these events. The genius of Sir Francis Drake is exalted, while Spain’s efforts are...

The definitive history of the Spanish Armada, lavishly illustrated and fully revised. Selected by Foreign Affairs as one of the Best Books of 2023. "Will surely become the definitive account."—Stephen Brumwell, Wall Street Journal In July 1588, the Spanish Armada sailed from Corunna to conquer England. Three weeks later, an English fireship attack in the Channel—and then a fierce naval...