The Life And Correspondence Of The Late Admiral Lord Rodney V2

By Godfrey Basil Mundy

Book Overview

The Life and Correspondence of the Late Admiral Lord Rodney V2 is a biographical work written by Godfrey Basil Mundy. This book provides a comprehensive account of the life of Admiral Lord Rodney, a British naval officer who served during the 18th century. The book is divided into two volumes, with the second volume covering the latter part of Rodney's life and his correspondence with other notable figures of the time.The book begins with a detailed overview of Rodney's early life, including his family background, education, and early naval career. It then goes on to describe his various military campaigns, including his role in the Seven Years' War and the American Revolutionary War. The book also provides a detailed account of Rodney's personal life, including his marriage and family relationships.In addition to providing a biographical account of Rodney's life, the book also includes a wealth of correspondence between Rodney and other notable figures of the time, including George III, William Pitt the Elder, and Horatio Nelson. These letters provide valuable insights into the political and military events of the time, as well as into Rodney's own character and personality.Overall, The Life and Correspondence of the Late Admiral Lord Rodney V2 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the British navy and the 18th century more broadly. It provides a detailed and engaging account of one of the most important naval officers of his time, and sheds light on the political and military events that shaped the era.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432538365
• ISBN13: 9781432538361
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"