Lieutenant Hornblower Author:C. S. Forester 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 ho... more »rror 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.« less
Wonderful British naval historical action book during the days of conflict with Napoleon. I have posted the entire series individually, although each book stands alone.
The whole Hornblower series is fantastic!! Great reading and writing. As are the Aubrey Maturin series and the Richard Bolitho series by Alexander Kent....all keepers!!