The Life of the Right Honourable Horatio Lord Viscount Nelson, Volume 1 by Harrison

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Author Harrison, James
Title The Life of the Right Honourable Horatio Lord Viscount Nelson, Volume 1
Note Reading ease score: 47.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "The Life of the Right Honourable Horatio Lord Viscount Nelson, Volume 1" by Harrison is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The work chronicles the life of Horatio Nelson, a renowned British naval leader, emphasizing his heroic service and the impact of his actions on British history. The text provides both public and private insights into Nelson's life, aiming to create a comprehensive picture of this significant figure in naval history. At the start of the memoir, the author presents various dedications and reflections on Nelson's grandeur, describing the lasting legacy of his heroic services, particularly in the wake of the Battle of Trafalgar. The narrative then delves into the early life of Horatio Nelson, detailing his birth into a respectable family in Burnham-Thorpe and recounting anecdotes from his childhood that foreshadow his future achievements. The text indicates that he was a talented and adventurous child, demonstrating early signs of bravery and an insatiable thirst for adventure as he embarked on a life at sea, encouraged by familial relationships, particularly with his naval-commander uncle. The opening portion sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Nelson's evolution into one of Britain's greatest heroes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Subject Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Viscount, 1758-1805
Subject Admirals -- Great Britain -- Biography
Subject Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Biography
Category Text
EBook-No. 16912
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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