Rodney (Edition1) - Couverture souple

Hannay, David

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9371817119 ISBN 13 : 9789371817110

Editeur : Double 9 Books LLP, 2025

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

David McDowall Hannay was a naval historian whose work reflected a deep engagement with maritime affairs and British naval history. Born in London in 1853, he was the son of James Hannay, a former Royal Navy officer who later turned to journalism and fiction writing. Hannay received his education at Westminster School, which likely fostered his early interest in historical scholarship. His exposure to diplomacy came through his role as vice-consul in Barcelona, where he assisted his father, who served as the British consul. This experience provided him with a broader view of international affairs and imperial administration, which informed his later writings. Hannay's historical work is marked by a precise focus on naval matters, including detailed biographies and studies of sea power during the height of the British Empire. His writings contributed to a growing body of scholarship on the significance of naval strength in shaping global politics. With a background that blended public service, education, and familial legacy, Hannay established himself as a dedicated historian whose perspective was rooted in both personal and national history.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Double 9 Books LLP
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9371817119
• ISBN 13: 9789371817110
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 142
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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