The Divine Lady: A Romance of Nelson and Emma Hamilton by L. Adams Beck
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"The Divine Lady: A Romance of Nelson and Emma Hamilton" by L. Adams Beck is a historical romance novel written in the early 20th century. The book examines the tumultuous life of Emma Hamilton, an enchanting figure who became the muse of Admiral Lord Nelson, and explores themes of love, ambition, and social status during a complex period in British history. Through a rich narrative, it delves into Emma's struggles and triumphs
as she navigates a world of exquisite beauty and heartbreak. The opening of the novel introduces Emma Hamilton as a passionate and captivating young woman who possesses an extraordinary beauty and an indomitable spirit. We witness her as she interacts with the people around her, contrasting her vibrant life with the judgment she faces from the society of her time. The narrative sets the stage for her encounters with influential men and the circumstances that lead her to become a prominent figure in British society. The reader is drawn into the emotional landscape of her relationships, particularly her connection with Charles Greville, who acknowledges her potential while being caught up in the societal constraints of the era. This beginning effectively lays the groundwork for a tale of ambition and the quest for identity amid the expectations of the upper class. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Beck, L. Adams (Lily Adams), 1862-1931 |
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| Title | The Divine Lady: A Romance of Nelson and Emma Hamilton |
| Alternate Title | The Divine Lady: A Romance of Nelson & Emma Hamilton |
| Credits | Al Haines, Cindy Beyer & the online Project Gutenberg team at www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mistresses -- Fiction |
| Subject | British -- Italy -- Fiction |
| Subject | Admirals -- Fiction |
| Subject | Hamilton, Emma, Lady, 1765-1815 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Ambassadors -- Fiction |
| Subject | Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Viscount, 1758-1805 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Hamilton, William, Sir, 1730-1803 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Ambassadors' spouses -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 65312 |
| Release Date | May 10, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 770 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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