The Divine Lady: A Romance of Nelson and Emma Hamilton: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Divine Lady: A Romance of Nelson and Emma Hamilton: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Divine Lady: A Romance of Nelson and Emma Hamilton is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Beck, L. Adams (Lily Adams) (1862–1931).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Divine Lady: A Romance of Nelson and Emma Hamilton" by L. Adams Beck is a historical romance novel written in the early 20th century. The book examines the tumultuous life of Emma Hamilton, an enchanting figure who became the muse of Admiral Lord Nelson, and explores themes of love, ambition, and social status during a complex period in British history. Through a rich narrative, it delves into Emma's struggles and triumphs as she navigates a world of exquisite beauty and heartbreak. The opening of the novel introduces Emma Hamilton as a passionate and captivating young woman who possesses an extraordinary beauty and an indomitable spirit. We witness her as she interacts with the people around her, contrasting her vibrant life with the judgment she faces from the society of her time. The narrative sets the stage for her encounters with influential men and the circumstances that lead her to become a prominent figure in British society. The reader is drawn into the emotional landscape of her relationships, particularly her connection with Charles Greville, who acknowledges her potential while being caught up in the societal constraints of the era. This beginning effectively lays the groundwork for a tale of ambition and the quest for identity amid the expectations of the upper class.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Divine Lady: A Romance of Nelson and Emma Hamilton
- Author credits: Beck, L. Adams (Lily Adams) (1862–1931)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Admirals -- Fiction
- Ambassadors -- Fiction
- Ambassadors' spouses -- Fiction
- British -- Italy -- Fiction
- Hamilton, Emma, Lady, 1765-1815 -- Fiction
- Hamilton, William, Sir, 1730-1803 -- Fiction
- Mistresses -- Fiction
- Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Viscount, 1758-1805 -- Fiction
- Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Historical Novels
- Category: Romance
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