Edward Osler

The Life of Admiral Viscount Exmouth

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 234
• Erscheinungstermin: 26. Oktober 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 12mm
• Gewicht: 331g
• ISBN-13: 9781015536630
• ISBN-10: 1015536638
• Artikelnr.: 67001687

Autorenporträt

Edward Osler (1798-1863) was a British poet, biographer, and historian, who made significant contributions to nineteenth-century literature through his historical writings and biographical works. Osler's literary style often intertwined a keen eye for detail with a didactic approach, which was typical of biographical literature of his time. His commitment to accuracy and depth is exemplified in his well-known work, 'The Life of Admiral Viscount Exmouth' (1835), which chronicles the distinguished career of Admiral Edward Pellew, 1st Viscount Exmouth, a prominent figure in the Royal Navy during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars (N.A.M. Rodger, 'The Command of the Ocean: A Naval History of Britain, 1649-1815', 2004). Osler's biography provides a comprehensive and engaging narrative of Pellew's naval exploits, highlighting his tactical brilliance and leadership qualities that were widely acclaimed during his lifetime. Osler was praised for his meticulous research and his ability to present a vivid and accessible portrayal of historical figures, which often made his works appealing to a broad readership, extending beyond academic circles. His contributions to the genre of biographical writing were a valuable part of Victorian literature, offering insight into the lives and times of significant individuals in British history.