The Life of Nelson, Volume 1 by A. T. Mahan
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| Author | Mahan, A. T. (Alfred Thayer), 1840-1914 |
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| Title |
The Life of Nelson, Volume 1
The Embodiment of the Sea Power of Great Britain |
| Note | Reading ease score: 49.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Life of Nelson, Volume 1" by A. T. Mahan is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the life and career of Horatio Nelson, emphasizing his significant role in shaping British naval power and his extraordinary military achievements. The book aims to provide a comprehensive depiction of Nelson as both a remarkable naval commander and a complex individual. At the start of this volume, the author sets the stage by discussing Nelson's early life, his family background, and the initial challenges he faced due to his delicate health. Mahan provides an insightful look into Nelson's character through anecdotes and reflections on his youth, illustrating how his experiences shaped his ambition and sense of duty. The narrative further highlights his entry into the Navy, detailing key moments that foreshadowed the legendary career that would follow, as well as the relationships and environments that influenced his development as a leader. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Viscount, 1758-1805 |
| Subject | Admirals -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History, Naval -- 19th century |
| Subject | Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Biography |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History, Naval -- 18th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 16914 |
| Release Date | Oct 21, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 407 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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