The Life of Horatio, Lord Nelson is a biographical book written by Robert Southey in 1906. It tells the story of Horatio Nelson, a British naval officer who rose to become one of the most celebrated and successful commanders in the history of the Royal Navy. The book covers Nelson's early life, his naval career, and his famous victories, including the Battle of Trafalgar, where he died. Southey provides a detailed account of Nelson's personal life, including his relationships with his family and his lovers, as well as his political and social context. The book also explores the wider historical context of the Napoleonic Wars and the role that Nelson played in shaping the course of European history. Overall, The Life of Horatio, Lord Nelson is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of Britain's most iconic military heroes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.