Emma Hamilton – Norah Lofts

Born a poor country girl of immense charm, wit, kindness and ambition, Emma Hamilton becomes the wife of connoisseur and antiquarian Sir William Hamilton, then meets and falls in love with the darling of the British public–the small, brave and unspectacular Horatio Nelson. With extraordinary sensitivity, author Nora Lofts has captured the the changing, volatile, and intriguing character of Emma Hamilton. Loft’s lucid narrative is enhanced by selections from Emma’s letters and many portraits by the talented painters of her time.

Author=Norah Lofts
pages=192
Published=1978
Book Condtion=Ex Special Naval Collection .library plate and stamp.generally excellent condition