In this controversial study, Neil Hanson claims that Francis Drake's intention was not to sink the Armada ships but to disable and plunder them.
From the first whispers of the threat against England and the English crown, to the return of the battered remnants of the fleet to Spain eighteen months later, it is a story rich in incident and intrigue. This breathtaking overview of one of the most fascinating campaigns in European history begins with the execution of Mary Queen of Scots, the event that precipitated the launching of the Armada. I've spoken about my work at lectures, writers' festivals and other events all over the world and, when not writing, I'm often to be found riding my bike in the country around my home on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales.In the winter of 1587 the Spanish Armada, the largest force of warships ever assembled, set sail to crush the English navy. And in my day job as a professional "ghostwriter" I've written over forty other books, including a New York Times Number One best-seller. popular history (though my sales figures suggest that it's never quite as popular as I'd like it to be.), but I have also written a serious novel, a few thrillers, two screenplays, travel writing and even a play-script for a musical as well. Under my own name I usually write narrative non-fiction a.k.a. I'm the author of over 50 published books. It may not be an ideal career path, but it's given me a wealth of experiences that I draw on constantly in my own work. since graduating with a degree in philosophy (now that's useful.) I've been by turns plasterer's mate, holiday camp redcoat, ice cream salesman, exhibition organiser, art critic, rugby league commentator, freelance journalist, editor of the Good Beer Guide, owner of the highest pub in Great Britain and - finally! - a full-time author. popular history (though my sales figures suggest that it's never quite as popular as I'd like it to be.), but I have also written a serious novel, It's been a long and winding road.
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