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The novel "With Drake on the Spanish Main" is set during the late 16th century and follows the adventures of a young protagonist who joins the crew of Sir Francis Drake, a renowned English sea captain and privateer. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the Age of Exploration and the intense rivalry between European powers for control over the riches of the New World.As the narrative progresses, the protagonist experiences thrilling sea battles, daring raids on Spanish ships and ports, and encounters with exotic locales and cultures in the Caribbean and along the Spanish Main (the northern coast of South America). The novel vividly depicts the dangers and hardships faced by Drake's crew, as well as their determination and courage in pursuing wealth and glory under the command of their charismatic leader.