Horatio Lord Nelson

by Brian Lavery

Horatio Nelson was undoubtedly Britain's greatest naval commander. Although his complex character often made him enemies and led to mistakes in both his public and private life, he was an unrivalled seaman, an original and brave tactician and a charismatic leader. In this volume, Brian Lavery describes a legend in naval history, from his first naval posting at the age of twelve to his heroic death at Trafalgar. Published in association with the National Maritime Museum.

Genres: Biography, Nautical, Naval History

144 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2003

About the author

Brian Lavery is a British naval historian, author, and Curator Emeritus at the National Maritime Museum, Greenwich.

Reviews

[Jill · Rating 3 out of 5]

In addressing Nelson's complexities, Lavery defends Nelson in way in which he does not need to be defended. We are capable of acknowledging the great naval victories that Nelson facilitated while also acknowledging his faults in abandoning his wife and children and his aging father, no justification needed.

[Rob Jeffery · Rating 4 out of 5]

"England expects every man to do his duty." What an amazing leader.

[Evan · Rating 2 out of 5]

Doesn't even begin to elicit interest