TITLE:
The pursuit of victory : the life and achievement of Horatio Nelson / Roger Knight.
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Publication Date:
2005-2006
Publication Information:
New York : Penguin Books,
Physical Description:
739 p., [24] p. of plates : ill. (some col.), maps, ports.
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Bibliography Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary:
The starting point of Roger Knight's magnificent new biography is to explain how Nelson achieved such extraordinary success. Knight places him firmly in the context of the Royal Navy at the time. He analyses Nelson's more obvious qualities, his leadership strengths and his coolness and certainty in battle, and also explores his strategic grasp, the condition of his ships, the skill of his seamen and his relationships with the officers around him - including those who could hardly be called friendly.
Language:
English
ISBN:
9780141007618
