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When Hornblower falls into possession of confidential dispatches from Napoleon Bonaparte, he is thrust into a dangerous espionage assignment that tests his courage and cunning. Set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic and Peninsular conflicts, the story follows Hornblower’s daring efforts to navigate enemy lines and deliver vital intelligence to the British Admiralty.
The novel captures the tension of naval warfare during the early 19th century, highlighting the strategic importance of secret communications and the perils faced by those who deliver them across hostile seas.
First publish date: 1980
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: C. S. Forester
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