karingforbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.0
Aside from several typographical errors, this was well written and organized. I love reading about such a dramatic event from the perspective of someone who lives in the country, as opposed to an American or a English person. I think that the perspective of an Irishman, especially when as well balanced as this book is, provides valuable insight into the events. He’s a good, conversational, funny writer and makes it read like a novel with all the conversations. I loved that he used direct quotes and paraphrases to benefit the reader.
robertrivasplata's review against another edition
4.0
The Last Armada is exiting and readable. It uses the story of the Siege of Kinsale to tell about the transition of power from Elizabeth I and James I, the end of Spain's imperial ambitions in Europe, and the beginnings of the British colonization of Ireland. The Last Armada provides a glimpse of the events as they were seen and experienced by people of the time.
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