Book Description
Secondhand. Near fine condition.
The most authoritative and intimate portrait written of Horatio Nelson. In this epic biography of British history's most celebrated naval commander, acclaimed historian John Sugden separates fact from myth to offer a powerful portrait of the military hero of Trafalgar.
This comprehensive account of Lord Nelson's life is built from largely overlooked primary documents, letters, and diaries that reach across two centuries to invite us to share Nelson's multifaceted life in the Napoleonic Wars. (book flap)
Sequel to Nelson: A Dream of Glory, 2005