Nelson Vol 2, John Sugden

tycho · **Posted:** Fri Sep 28, 2012 3:08 pm

Well! I can't believe I have the Blessed Volume in my hands at last!

I managed to get to Bath to hear John Sugden's talk at the wonderful Topping's Bookshop and to receive the signed volume from his own hands!

His talk was inspirational: I feel he really understands Nelson in a fundamental way that others have not and look forward to further expansion of his insights in the book. He is not uncritical of Nelson - far from it - but he captures his greatness too. Despite his apparently exhaustive researches, he feels there is more material 'out there' and looks forward, with great generosity, to other scholars taking up the challenge.

I'm also delighted to report that the researches of both Jacqui and Tony are quoted in the bilbliography: Jacqui for the Literary Assassin, in which she revealed John Watkins as the hitherto unknown author of the Memoirs of Lady Hamilton; and Tony for his Mariner's Mirror article, 'Great Expectations' which is described as 'essential reading'. Brian Vale, too, is commended for his immense, scholarly contributions to the naval history of the period.

I've only just begun the book but it promises to be as satisfying and illuminating as Volume 1. Happy reading!

Tony · **Posted:** Sun Sep 30, 2012 11:50 am

In both the notes and acknowledgments John Sugden also expresses particularly warm appreciation of the assistance he received from Richard Venn, saying that his discussion of Edward Parker relies heavily on Richard's assiduous research (previously discussed in these forums).

tycho · **Posted:** Sun Sep 30, 2012 12:32 pm

Gosh, sorry, Richard, I missed that! Apologies and congratulations on joining such august company.

Trimmer · **Joined:** Tue Jan 03, 2012 9:17 pm **Posts:** 88

I was at Trafalgar Square on Wednesday to see Dr Sugden's talk, and collect a signed copy of the book. It was a great night and a real thrill to meet Dr Sugden. Our many discussions, and his constant interest, support and encouragement during my project were incredible. So pleased he was able to use some of the information!

Richard.

Margaret · **Posted:** Wed Oct 10, 2012 2:20 pm

I've downloaded it and can't wait to read it, 1040 pages !!!!!!!!!!

Devenish · **Posted:** Wed Oct 10, 2012 5:22 pm

My wife has just bought Vol 2 for my birthday!

However, I can't read it yet – the 'problem' being that I have to finish reading Vol 1 first! Hooray! :wink:

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