
Naval Officer, or Scenes in the Life and Adventures of Frank Mildmay
'Naval Officer, or Scenes in the Life and Adventures of Frank Mildmay' Summary
Frank Mildmay, a young man filled with ambition and a thirst for adventure, joins the British Navy as a midshipman. He is assigned to serve under Captain Cochrane, a fearless and unconventional naval officer known for his daring tactics and unwavering determination. Mildmay's journey is filled with both hardship and excitement. He witnesses the horrors of naval battles, the treacherous conditions of life at sea, and the ever-present threat of mutiny. He finds himself imprisoned, faces the trials of escape, and encounters both cruel and compassionate characters along the way. Amidst the tumultuous life of a sailor, Mildmay develops feelings for a young woman, adding a touch of romance to his adventures. The narrative explores themes of courage, loyalty, discipline, and the struggle for personal freedom, offering a captivating portrait of a young man navigating the treacherous waters of the British Navy in the early 19th century.Book Details
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Frederick Marryat
United Kingdom
Captain Frederick Marryat was a Royal Navy officer, a novelist, and an acquaintance of Charles Dickens. He is noted today as an early pioneer of nautical fiction, particularly for his semi-autobiograp...
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