Hornblower and the Atropos
Hornblower and the Atropos by C. S. Forester is a reprint edition published by Little, Brown on April 30, 1985, featuring 352 pages in English. This installment of Forester’s naval adventure saga follows young Captain Horatio Hornblower as he takes command of the 22-gun sloop Atropos. After a humbling experience on a canal boat, Hornblower arrives in London to lead his ship, which soon becomes involved in significant naval operations in the Mediterranean, including the funeral procession of Lord Nelson.
Readers will find a narrative rich in action and adventure as Hornblower navigates the challenges posed by Napoleon’s forces, including treasure recovery in Turkish waters and confrontations with a formidable Spanish frigate. The story highlights Hornblower’s strategic thinking and dynamic leadership, showcasing his ability to blend cautious preparation with bold execution. This edition offers an engaging exploration of historical sea stories, making it a notable addition to the genre.
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Hornblower leads a ship into the Mediterranean in this “intense and exciting” installment (New York Times) of C. S. Forester’s beloved naval adventure saga.
In the wake of a humbling incident aboard a canal boat in the Cotswolds, young Captain Horatio Hornblower arrives in London to take command of the Atropos, a 22-gun sloop barely large enough to require a captain. Her first assignment under Hornblower’s command is as flagship for the funeral procession of Lord Nelson.
Soon Atropos is part of the Mediterranean Fleet’s harassment of Napoleon, recovering treasure that lies deep in Turkish waters and boldly challenging a Spanish frigate several times her size. At the center of each adventure is Hornblower, Forester’s most inspired creation, whose blend of cautious preparation and spirited execution dazzles friend and foe alike.
“I find Hornblower admirable, vastly entertaining.” –Winston Churchill
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