The Adventures Of A Post Captain (1904)

A Naval Officer; Thornton, Alfred

ISBN 10: 1120869943 / ISBN 13: 9781120869944

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Adventures Of A Post Captain (1904)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1120869943
• ISBN 13: 9781120869944
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The Adventures Of A Post Captain is a book written by A Naval Officer and published in 1904. The book is a fictional account of the experiences of a post captain in the British Royal Navy during the early 19th century. The story follows the protagonist, Captain John Smith, as he navigates the treacherous waters of the Napoleonic Wars.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which depicts a different phase of Captain Smith's career. The story begins with his early days as a midshipman and follows him through his promotion to lieutenant and finally to his appointment as a post captain.Throughout the book, Captain Smith faces numerous challenges, including battles with enemy ships, storms at sea, and encounters with pirates. He also deals with personal struggles, such as his love for a woman who is already engaged to another man.The Adventures Of A Post Captain provides readers with a vivid portrayal of life in the Royal Navy during the 19th century. The book is filled with detailed descriptions of naval battles, shipboard life, and the customs and traditions of the British Navy.Overall, The Adventures Of A Post Captain is a thrilling and engaging read that offers a unique perspective on the history of the British Navy. It is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history, adventure stories, or historical fiction.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.