Peter Simple by Frederick Marryat
The Adventures of a Midshipman
The novel follows the adventures of the naive young naval officer, Peter Simple, as he sets out on his seafaring career in the Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars. Through a series of misadventures and challenges, including battles, shipwrecks, duels, and encounters with pirates, Peter matures and gains wisdom. Along the way, he encounters a colorful cast of characters who help or hinder his progress. The book is a classic coming-of-age tale that combines humor and satire with a vivid portrayal of life at sea during a tumultuous period in history.
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- Published
- 1834
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 100 Best Novels in the World (Published in 1899) (The Daily Telegraph)
- F. B. Perkins' List of 100 Best Fiction (LibraryThing (from The Book Lover by James Baldwin (1910)))