Lieutenant Hornblower
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4.2 • 32 Ratings
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Publisher Description
In this gripping tale of turmoil and triumph on the high seas, Horatio Hornblower emerges from his apprenticeship as midshipman to face new responsibilities thrust upon him by the fortunes of war between Napoleon and Spain. Enduring near-mutiny, bloody hand-to-hand combat with Spanish seamen, deck-splintering sea battles, and the violence and horror of life on the fighting ships of the Napoleonic Wars, the young lieutenant distinguishes himself in his first independent command. He also faces an adventure unique in his experience: Maria
Customer Reviews
Seamanship, and Heroics!
The nautical books of Mr. Forester strike a particular note with this veteran sailor. Worthy of 2nd and even 3rd readings, it refreshes my memories of the sea and the fighting sailors I stood shoulder to shoulder with.