Author |
Harrison, James |
Title |
The Life of the Right Honourable Horatio Lord Viscount Nelson, Volume 2
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Note |
Reading ease score: 47.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Credits |
Produced by Steven Gibbs and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
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Summary |
"The Life of the Right Honourable Horatio Lord Viscount Nelson, Volume 2" by Harrison is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book centers on the life and military exploits of Horatio Nelson, one of Britain's most celebrated naval commanders, detailing his valorous campaigns, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars. It offers insights into his character, leadership, and the strategic intricacies of naval warfare during his time. The opening of this volume begins with reflections on Nelson's tireless dedication to his responsibilities, highlighting the mental and emotional burdens he carried during his command. While he celebrated recent victories, such as the display of loyalty from the Sicilian crown following the Battle of the Nile, he also grappled with the complications of command, including the sensitive dynamics with fellow officers like Sir Sidney Smith. As tensions regarding authority distribution and command structure emerged, Nelson's passionate commitment to honor and duty becomes evident through his correspondence and strategic maneuvers aimed at both the French forces and the welfare of his loyal allies in Sicily. This sets the stage for a vivid portrayal of a naval hero caught in the tumult of war and personal ambition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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Subject |
Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Viscount, 1758-1805
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Subject |
Admirals -- Great Britain -- Biography
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Subject |
Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Biography
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
16913 |
Release Date |
Oct 21, 2005 |
Most Recently Updated |
Dec 12, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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