Frank Mildmay or the Naval Officer
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ISBN10: 1432615726
ISBN13: 9781432615727
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 7 2004
Pages: 364
Weight: 1.55
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781432615727
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 7 2004
Pages: 364
Weight: 1.55
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Frank Mildmay or The Naval Officer is a classic novel written by Captain Frederick Marryat. The story follows the adventures of Frank Mildmay, a young man who joins the British Navy as a midshipman in the late 18th century. The novel is set during the Napoleonic Wars and provides a vivid portrayal of life at sea during that time.Frank Mildmay is a complex character who is both brave and impulsive. He is driven by a desire for adventure and glory, but also struggles with his own internal demons. Throughout the novel, he faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including battles with the French, mutinies, and personal conflicts with his fellow officers.The book is filled with colorful and memorable characters, including Mildmay's fellow sailors, his commanding officers, and the various women he encounters on his travels. Marryat's writing is vivid and engaging, bringing to life the sights, sounds, and smells of life aboard a British warship.Overall, Frank Mildmay or The Naval Officer is a thrilling and entertaining novel that provides a fascinating glimpse into life in the British Navy during the Napoleonic Wars. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and naval adventure stories.1829. Marryat, English novelist who began writing after a distinguished career in the British Navy. The Naval Officer, his first novel, is narrated by Frank Mildmay, whose rapid rise in the ranks of the Royal Navy followed the author's own career. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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