British Admirals of the Napoleonic Wars The Contemporaries of Nelson by Le Fevre, Peter - 2006

Greenhill Books. New. 2006. Hardcover. 1861762062 . Hardcover. No remainder mark. Page edges are very lightly yellowed. DJ glossy with some light scuffing, fine scratches. Every chapter was commissioned specially for this book, the coverage has been organised to dovetail perfectly, resulting in a coherent history of the art of command in the sailing navy at its apogee. At around 10,000 words, each essay is substantial and allows the author scope for both detail and argument. Each of the contributors is a recognized authority and the resulting book is largely based on original and unpublished research. Following the pattern of the well-received Precursors of Nelson, this book is a major contribution to the naval history of the great French wars. It will become required reading for every historian of the period. Professional service from a Main Street bookstore.; 9.21 X 6.46 X 1.57 inches; 416 pages .