An Unofficial 'The MeatEater Podcast' Reading List
612. Nelson: The Final Showdown (Part 5)
October 27, 2025
Description
After two years at sea chasing the combined fleet of France and Spain, what was Nelson’s next step? Upon returning to his beloved Emma, how was the heroic Nelson received? What was the terrifying...
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Books Referenced
Nelson: A Dream of Glory
Author: John Sugden
Context:
Referenced as 'his brilliant biography of Nelson' when discussing Nelson's return to England in summer 1805. The quote used describes Nelson feeling he was 'in the centre of a huge unfolding drama, inexorably gathering pace towards some historic climax.'
Men of Honour: Trafalgar and the Making of the English Hero
Author: Adam Nicholson
Context:
Referenced as 'his brilliant book on Trafalgar' when discussing Nelson's battle strategy. The book is cited for describing Nelson's approach as 'the introduction of chaos as a tool of battle.'