Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of George Lord Anson is a biography of George Anson, a prominent figure in the British Navy during the 18th century. The book is written by John Barrow, a British author and naval historian. Anson served as Admiral of the Fleet, Vice-Admiral of Great Britain, and First Lord Commissioner of the Admiralty during his career. The book begins with Anson's early life and education, and follows his career in the Navy, including his time as commander of a squadron that circumnavigated the globe. The book also covers Anson's personal life, including his marriage and family. Barrow draws on a variety of sources to provide a comprehensive portrait of Anson, including official records, personal letters, and other historical documents. The book also includes illustrations and maps to help readers better understand Anson's life and career. Overall, The Life of George Lord Anson is a detailed and well-researched biography of an important figure in British naval history. It provides insight into the life of a man who played a significant role in shaping the Navy during a critical period in its development.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
