The Great and the Terrible by Joanne O'Sullivan

Author:Joanne O'Sullivan [Joanne O'Sullivan]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Running Press
Published: 2020-09-15T00:00:00+00:00

During Elizabeth’s reign, the arts flourished, especially drama and literature. She encouraged and supported playwrights and poets, including, most famously, William Shakespeare. Works written during the Elizabethan period are still considered some of the most important works in English literature.

But perhaps what Elizabeth is best known for is defeating the Spanish Armada, a fleet sent to destroy England in 1588. Until then, Spain was the undisputed sea power of the world. Spain’s control of the seas meant they had an advantage in everything from trade to exploration. But with this victory, England became a world superpower. Now England could develop its own trade relationships overseas, leading to colonization and the development of the empire.

Although her father didn’t have any expectations for her, Elizabeth had become a much, much better ruler than either he or her siblings ever were. She was able to help England grow from a small island kingdom to an important player on the world stage.

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