A charming early twentieth-century copy of The Life of Nelson by Robert Southey, published by Henry Frowde, Hodder & Stoughton as part of the popular Herbert Strang's Library series.
Originally written in 1813, Southey's biography of Admiral Lord Nelson remains one of the most celebrated accounts of Britain's greatest naval hero. This edition was produced for younger readers and features colour illustrations together with attractive decorative endpapers and period binding, making it an appealing collectible as well as an engaging historical read.
The pictorial cloth binding depicts Nelson aboard ship, while the interior includes colour plates illustrating key moments from his remarkable naval career, including the Battle of Trafalgar. A wonderful example of an Edwardian children's historical book that captures the patriotic spirit of the period.
Key Information
- Title: The Life of Nelson
- Author: Robert Southey
- Publisher: Henry Frowde, Hodder & Stoughton
- Series: Herbert Strang's Library
- Date: c.1910–1920
- Binding: Original pictorial cloth hardback
- Language: English
- Illustrations: Colour plates throughout
Condition Report
- Original pictorial cloth binding with age-related rubbing and edge wear.
- Some loss to the cloth at the corners and spine edges.
- Binding remains sound.
- Decorative endpapers present.
- Colour illustrations remain bright and attractive.
- Previous owner's inscription to the title page.
- Pages generally clean with light age toning.