THE DEFEAT OF JOHN HAWKINS A brilliant narrative of the days when Spanish Conquistadors and English adventurers fought for the rich trade in slaves and gold in the New World By: Rayner Unwin Copyright: 1960; this is a 1961 Printing of this paperback version Published By: Ballantine Books (#X 536) This Soft Cover Vintage book (268 pages) is in Very Good interior and exterior condition. Pages are very lightly age-toned, as pictured. Compare prices for this collectible version online now!!! This is one of a number of books I got from a serious collector. They were all bagged and most are in near pristine condition. I took them out of their plastic collector?s bags in order to provide great photographs of the awesome quality of these books. Extremely collectible in very good vintage condition! About Book: Evading the Spanish fleet, which solely held papal approval to engage in the slave trade, John Hawkins proceeds to Africa where he buys captives from warring tribes and attempts to sell them as slaves in the New World. His plan is foiled by the Spanish fleet, and the book recounts the subsequent outcomes as various crew members struggle back to England. Wisely and beautifully written. Fantastic Vintage gift for the literature fan or book collector in your life!!!!! Your satisfaction is important to me. Any and all questions answered, and happy to send more pics / info etc. Please look at my feedback and buy with confidence. Please see my other listings for more great collectibles and books! Happy to discount shipping for multiple wins!