Admiral of the Fleet Geoffrey Phipps Hornby: A Biography (1896)

Admiral Of The Fleet Geoffrey Phipps Hornby: A Biography is a book written by Mary Augusta Phipps Egerton and published in 1896. The book is a biographical account of the life of Admiral Geoffrey Phipps Hornby, who was a distinguished British naval officer during the Victorian era. The book covers Hornby's life from his birth in 1825 to his death in 1895, detailing his early years in the navy, his rise through the ranks, and his many achievements as a naval commander. Hornby is best known for his role in the bombardment of Alexandria in 1882, which marked the beginning of British occupation of Egypt. The biography also explores Hornby's personal life, including his marriage to Lady Alice Mary Leslie, his family, and his friendships with other notable figures of the time. Egerton's writing style is engaging and informative, and the book is well-researched, drawing on a variety of sources including Hornby's own writings and correspondence. The book provides a fascinating insight into the life and achievements of one of Britain's most distinguished naval officers, and is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history or Victorian-era Britain.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.