The Life of Thomas, Lord Cochrane, Tenth Earl of Dundonald, Vol. II

"The Life of Thomas, Lord Cochrane, Tenth Earl of Dundonald, Vol. II" by Thomas Barnes Cochrane Dundonald is a historical biography from the 1800s that vividly recounts the life of Lord Cochrane, placing emphasis on his naval accomplishments and his pivotal role in the Greek War of Independence during the 1820s. The book captures Lord Cochrane's struggles to navigate the complexities of the Greek revolt against Ottoman rule, beginning with his arrival in Greece in March 1827, and highlights the infighting among Greek factions which threatened to derail the entire movement. It describes his attempts unite the Greek leaders while developing military actions against the Turks. The text shows Cochrane's devotion to the cause of Greek independence as he grapples the political chaos and rivalries of the time.