Elizabeth I Author:Jacob Abbott A junior high level biography of fiery queen Elizabeth I, whose reign was marked by great achievements in the arts and sciences, voyages of exploration, and the miraculous defeat of the Spanish Armada. Although Elizabeth publicly exhibited uncommon strength and will, privately she suffered the pain of betrayal, sorrow and loneliness. This biog... more »raphy traces Elizabeth's life from childhood to her reign as one of the greatest monarchs the world has ever known.« less