1891 Scarce Edition - The Life of Naval Commander Horatio NELSON by Robert Southey.
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(Description)
Author: Robert Southey.
Title: Life of Nelson With Biographic Notice of the Author.
Publisher: Edinburgh, W. P. Nimmo, Hay, & Mitchell, 1891.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 7.5" X 5".
Pages: 318 pages + publisher's catalog.
Binding: Attractive and very good original Victorian decorated full-cloth binding (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. All edges gilt.
Content: Very good, near fine content (bright, tight, and clean, name if a previous 1892 owner on the first endpaper - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with the frontispiece portrait and the five full-page illustrations..
The book: "A Scarce 1891 edition of Life of Nelson by Robert Southey, published by W. P. Nimmo, Hay, & Mitchell, Edinburgh. This biography of Naval Commander Nelson is attractively bound in original Victorian decorated full cloth with gilt edges, enhancing its collectible appeal. The book includes a frontispiece portrait of Nelson and five full-page illustrations, providing visual context to the celebrated naval hero’s life.
Life of Nelson is a comprehensive biography of Horatio Nelson, one of Britain's most famous naval commanders, known for his service during the Napoleonic Wars. Southey's biography covers Nelson's life, career, and the significant naval battles he commanded, offering insights into his character and leadership."
The author: Robert Southey (1774–1843) was an English poet, historian, and biographer, known for his deep and detailed biographies and contributions to Romantic poetry. His work on Nelson's life is considered an important source for understanding the Admiral’s career and the naval history of the period.