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Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Viscount, 1758-1805 |
| Title |
The Letters of Lord Nelson to Lady Hamilton, Vol. I.
With A Supplement Of Interesting Letters By Distinguished Characters
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Steven Gibbs, Stephen Ellison and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Letters of Lord Nelson to Lady Hamilton, Vol. I" by Nelson is a historical collection of correspondence written in the early 19th century. This volume focuses on the intimate letters exchanged between the famed British naval commander Lord Horatio Nelson and Lady Emma Hamilton, offering insights into their personal relationship during a tumultuous period in British naval history. The letters reflect not only their romantic connection but also Nelson's thoughts on military strategy, political issues, and his deep commitment to his country. At the start of the collection, readers are introduced to several letters penned by Nelson while stationed at various locations, including Malta. These communications reveal Nelson's concerns about military matters, such as the supply and position of troops, and show a more personal side as he expresses his affection for Lady Hamilton. He discusses his sense of duty to Italy and his yearning for her companionship amidst the pressures of command. The opening portion emphasizes Nelson's dedication to both his love for Lady Hamilton and his responsibilities as a naval officer, setting the tone for a poignant exploration of their relationship against the backdrop of historical events. (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 -- Correspondence
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| Subject |
Hamilton, Emma, Lady, 1765-1815 -- Correspondence
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| Subject |
Admirals -- Great Britain -- Correspondence
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
15469 |
| Release Date |
Mar 26, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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