Nelson's Folly
Sometimes the hero isn't the one we all knew

The writing up of history often attempts to turn myth into fact. As Disney and Marvel incessantly remind us, the 'hero's journey' franchise is still alive and well... unfortunately at the expense of relegating key characters and their stories. Fanny Nesbit is one such example, and Oliver Greeves - d......more

Thoroughly enjoyed this insight into the real life behind the statue in Trafalgar Square I often walked past when I worked in London. I read this to be educated about the era and especially the role of women as the book features the forgotten story of his wife. Oliver's skill in interweaving his tho......more

An excellent read and a book I found very hard to put down! This was an excellent historical narrative and I thoroughly enjoyed the book cover to cover.......more

A fantastic read, thoroughly enjoyable start to finish......more

Nelson and his torments A careful and full historical novel, particularly sensitive to Nelson’s unfortunate wife Fanny. He eventually left her though provided for her financially.......more