Patriotic Lady: Emma, Lady Hamilton, the Neapolitan Revolution of 1799, and Horatio, Lord Nelson

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Love brought them together, war tore them apart… Emma, Lady Hamilton, is best known as the mistress of Lord Nelson. After his adventures in Naples, a recovering Nelson quickly fell for the charming Emma, igniting a love story that would become legendary. Their romance was tolerated, even encouraged, by Emma’s elderly husband, Sir William. Soon, Emma and Nelson emerged as two of the most famous figures in the world. However, divorce was not an option, and their spouses remained obstacles. Nelson lived openly with Emma, creating a peculiar ménage-à-trois that captivated the public and led the Admiralty to send him back to sea to escape the relentless gossip. This unique account of Nelson and Emma, along with their extraordinary entourage, offers a fresh perspective on their love story. While many portrayals of Emma lean towards the romanticized, Marjorie Bowen presents a candid portrayal of the infamous Lady Hamilton, showcasing both her virtues and flaws. Born in 1885, Bowen was a prolific author, using various pseudonyms, and wrote over 150 books between 1906 and her death in 1952. Her works, known for masterful descriptions and concise prose, continue to be cherished by fans of historical and Gothic romances.