Midshipman Easy by Frederick Marryat
A Tale of the Sea
This novel follows the adventures of a young man who joins the Royal Navy during the early 19th century, embodying the romantic ideals of the age. He enters the naval service with a naively optimistic philosophy of "equality and the rights of man," which he attempts to apply among the strict hierarchy and discipline of military life. His journey is filled with a series of comedic and dramatic escapades that test his beliefs and resilience. Through various voyages and encounters with different cultures, he matures and gains a more pragmatic understanding of the world, all while showcasing the author's satirical take on the British class system and the naval experiences of the era.
The 8900th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1836
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 100 Best Novels in the World (Published in 1899) (The Daily Telegraph)
- C.K. Shorter List of Best 100 Novels (The Bookman February 1898)
- F. B. Perkins' List of 100 Best Fiction (LibraryThing (from The Book Lover by James Baldwin (1910)))