Drake, Nelson and Napoleon (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Buzzard, E. Farquhar

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1440098999 ISBN 13 : 9781440098994

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

From Drake to Napoleon, this study traces Britain's naval tradition across the age of sail and why it still matters today.

This nonfiction work surveys how three iconic figures helped shape Britain's sea power and the enduring culture of its navy. Drawing connections between exploration, warfare, and political strategy, it compares seafaring genius, leadership styles, and the forces that tested them across centuries.

• Learn how Drake’s bold actions fed the Fleet Tradition and the legendary “Nelson touch.”
• See how Nelson's career is set against Napoleon’s rise and the broad currents of European power.
• Understand the differences between shipboard skill, strategic vision, and political decisions in naval history.
• Explore the author’s reflections on how past seafaring ideals echo in modern maritime traditions.

Ideal for readers of naval history and those curious about how sea power helped shape Britain’s national story.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

My dear Sir James: We have travelled far since those early days when you and I, who are of totally different tastes and temperament, first met and became friends. I was attracted by your wide knowledge, versatile vigour of mind, and engaging personality, which subsequent years have not diminished. You were strenuously engaged at that time in breaking down the weevily traditions of a bygone age, and helping to create a new era in the art of steamship management, and, at the same time, studying for the Bar; and were I writing a biography of you, I would have to include your interesting travels in distant lands in quest of business and organizing it. That must be left for another occasion, when the vast results to the commercial life of the country to which you contributed may be fittingly told. At the present time my vision recalls our joyous yachting cruises on the Clyde, when poor Leadbitter added to the charm that stays.
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Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.

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Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1440098999
• ISBN 13: 9781440098994
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 410
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