The Divine Lady: A Romance of Nelson and Emma Hamilton by L. Adams Beck

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Author Beck, L. Adams (Lily Adams), 1862-1931
Title The Divine Lady: A Romance of Nelson and Emma Hamilton
Alternate Title The Divine Lady: A Romance of Nelson & Emma Hamilton
Note Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "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. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
Subject Mistresses -- Fiction
Subject British -- Italy -- Fiction
Subject Admirals -- Fiction
Subject Hamilton, Emma, Lady, 1765-1815 -- Fiction
Subject Ambassadors -- Fiction
Subject Nelson, Horatio Nelson, Viscount, 1758-1805 -- Fiction
Subject Hamilton, William, Sir, 1730-1803 -- Fiction
Subject Ambassadors' spouses -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 65312
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 11, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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