Nelson And Emma
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Roger Hudson
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 1994
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Worn
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor stains on slipcase.
This compelling historical account chronicles the passionate and scandalous affair between Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, Britain's most celebrated naval hero, and Emma Hamilton, the captivating wife of a diplomat. The narrative uncovers the intricate social and political landscape of late 18th and early 19th-century Europe, detailing the profound impact their illicit romance had on their personal lives and public reputations. It presents a vivid portrait of two iconic figures whose destinies became inextricably linked amidst a backdrop of war and societal upheaval. The author illustrates the complexities of their devotion and the enduring legacy of their controversial relationship, offering readers an intimate glimpse into a pivotal historical liaison.
Author: Roger Hudson
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 1994
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Worn
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor stains on slipcase.
This compelling historical account chronicles the passionate and scandalous affair between Vice-Admiral Horatio Nelson, Britain's most celebrated naval hero, and Emma Hamilton, the captivating wife of a diplomat. The narrative uncovers the intricate social and political landscape of late 18th and early 19th-century Europe, detailing the profound impact their illicit romance had on their personal lives and public reputations. It presents a vivid portrait of two iconic figures whose destinies became inextricably linked amidst a backdrop of war and societal upheaval. The author illustrates the complexities of their devotion and the enduring legacy of their controversial relationship, offering readers an intimate glimpse into a pivotal historical liaison.