An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List
Kate Williams
1 book referenced
Books by Kate Williams
England's Mistress: The Infamous Life of Emma Hamilton
Referenced in 2 episodes
608. Nelson: Slaughter in Naples (Part 1)
October 12, 2025
Context:
Quoted regarding Emma Hamilton's behavior during the storm at sea, describing how Emma 'refused to let the experience of being sick defeat her' - appears to be from a biography of Emma Hamilton
607. Nelson’s Lover: The Scandalous Lady Hamilton
October 08, 2025
Context:
Tom explicitly references this biography of Emma Hamilton multiple times, calling it 'fantastic' and noting that Kate Williams wrote her PhD on Emma Hamilton. The book is quoted to describe Emma's birthplace, her childhood, and various aspects of her life.