Books like Mr. Midshipman Hornblower by C. S. Forester
In 1793, just before the Napoleonic Wars erupt, nineteen‑year‑old Midshipman Horatio Hornblower is thrust into command of a French merchant vessel in the Bay of Biscay. A seasick youth, he proves his seamanship and leadership amid daring duels, spirited chases, and unexpected tavern encounters, emerging as a formidable officer of the line. This novel marks the beginning of a celebrated series chronicling Hornblower’s naval exploits across the tumultuous seas of early nineteenth‑century Britain.
First publish date: January 1920
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: C. S. Forester
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