Nelson : the sword of Albion /John Sugden.

The second volume in the author's biography of Horatio Nelson. This volume covers the years 1797-1805, beginning with Nelson's return from the Battle of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and the loss of his right arm and ending with the aftermath of his death at the Battle of Trafalgar. The text covers both Nelson's naval career and also his personal life and relationships with his wife Fanny and Emma Hamilton, and the purchase of Merton Place. The text is illustrated with photographic plates and supported by detailed notes, bibliography and index.