The Romance Of A Midshipman (1898)

By William Clark Russell

Book Overview

The Romance Of A Midshipman, written by William Clark Russell and published in 1898, is a captivating novel that follows the journey of a young midshipman named Frank Mildmay. The story is set in the early 19th century and takes place on board a British navy ship during the Napoleonic Wars.Frank Mildmay is a naive and inexperienced young man who joins the navy in search of adventure and glory. He quickly learns that life on board a ship is far from glamorous and that the reality of war is brutal and unforgiving. However, he also discovers a sense of camaraderie and loyalty among his fellow sailors that he never knew existed.As the story progresses, Frank rises through the ranks and becomes a respected and accomplished officer. Along the way, he experiences love and heartbreak, battles with pirates and enemy ships, and navigates the complex social hierarchy of the navy.The Romance Of A Midshipman is a thrilling and engaging novel that offers a vivid portrayal of life at sea during a tumultuous period in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history, adventure, and romance.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104326647
• ISBN13: 9781104326647
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 396 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"