The Letters of Lord Nelson to Lady Hamilton, Vol II. by Nelson
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"The Letters of Lord Nelson to Lady Hamilton, Vol II" by Nelson is a collection of correspondence written in the early 19th century. This volume focuses primarily on the intimate and heartfelt letters exchanged between Admiral Horatio Nelson and Lady Emma Hamilton, capturing their deep romantic connection and personal musings against the backdrop of significant historical events during the Napoleonic Wars. The opening portion of the volume begins with an address to
Lady Hamilton, expressing deep affection and concern for her well-being as Nelson describes his experiences and feelings while stationed at sea. His letters reveal his unwavering devotion, as he comforts her regarding rumors and personal grievances, reflects on their life together, and discusses practical matters regarding their home and finances. He also shares news about the war and his hopes for a reunion, emphasizing his longing for their time together at Merton, despite the challenges posed by ongoing conflicts. This portion sets the tone for a poignant exploration of love, duty, and the trials of separation faced by two passionate figures in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Viscount, 1758-1805 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Letters of Lord Nelson to Lady Hamilton, Vol II. With A Supplement Of Interesting Letters By Distinguished Characters |
| Credits | Produced by Steven Gibbs, S.R.Ellison and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Viscount, 1758-1805 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Hamilton, Emma, Lady, 1765-1815 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Admirals -- Great Britain -- Correspondence |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 15437 |
| Release Date | Mar 22, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 447 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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