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The Life of Nelson, Volume 1

by A. T. Mahan

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Nelson's letters supply the thread for A. T. Mahan's account of how a young naval officer became a leading figure in British sea power. This first volume follows his childhood, early service, promotions, marriage and return to command as conflict with France begins. Mahan combines correspondence and narrative to examine the admiral's temperament, motives and professional judgment alongside the events of his career.

The Mediterranean chapters connect decisions aboard ship with events across Europe. During the operations of 1796, Nelson weighs the value of holding Corsica while Spain's possible entry into the conflict threatens Britain's position. His changing opinions show strategy taking shape under pressure.

About the author

A. T. Mahan

Alfred Thayer Mahan (1840-1914) was an American naval officer and historian who taught at the Naval War College in Newport. His writing on sea power shaped strategic thinking in the United States, Britain, Germany, and Japan, making him the most influential military theorist of his generation.