![]() ![]() Commented by the San Francisco Chronicle as 'one of the great masters of narrative' C.S. I appreciate Audible's review:įorester's hero is singular in his unrelenting feelings of self-doubt and reserve, which render him a more likeable and relatable leader and protagonist. Unspectacular and untested, the young midshipman navigates the challenges of manhood while at the same time life at sea. Hornblower was a mere 17 when he set sail on his nautical career. Hornblower, his life, and the late 18th century period of Great Britain's Navy resonated with the former First Lord of the Admiralty. However, as I "turned the pages," I could see why Churchill, lover of the sea, was attracted to Forester's tale. as much to understand Churchill as enjoy the story. As a Churchill admirer, I was intrigued by what he read. The British Prime Minister read Captain Hornblower R.N. ![]() Midshipman Hornblower.We took the nautical route and were pleasantly surprised at how Forester drew us into the early life and adventures of Horatio Hornblower, his multi-book protagonist.Ĭhurchill introduced me to the midshipman. On a recent 1000 mile road trip, Shannan and I had the option of driving with Agent Zero or C.S. ![]()
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