Flying Colours

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Summary: a passionate tale of love and courage
Review: Those who have made C. S. Forester's Captain Hornblower a lifelong companion , would differ on the best way to introduce newcomers to this great naval hero. The orthodox would suggest starting from the very beginning (described in "Mr Midshipman Hornblower"). I would however suggest "Flying Colors" as an introduction to the adventures of Horatio Hornblower. Set at the time of the Napoleonic wars, the book relates the adventures of a british captain who, having fallen captive, faces dishonor and probable death. The tale of his struggle against defeat, though passionate, romantic and heroic, is told with true british understatement, which for me is a hallmark of C. S. Forester's writing. The meticulous historical detail creates the illusion of a true story and will lure the most consumate landlubber. For those who will complete the Hornblower Saga, a tour of the British Maritime Museum at Greenwich is a must. There, surrounded by familiar times, objects and persons, their sole regret would be the absence of the figure of the most loved, though fictional, sea captai

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Summary: A Superb finish to this section of Hornblower's life.
Review: With excitement and sadness I read this book, for it is bittersweet. Mr. Bush makes his farewell at the end of a long journey home to England from France. Hornblower finally comes into his own when he receives prize-money, rank, fame, a new son, and the woman of his dreams - all of which he hoped him to have along with his own longings throughout the previous books. This volume made me excited all over again for this wonderful series. You simply must read it if a fan of Horatio. Cheers!

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Summary: A great piece of the Hornblower puzzle
Review: You gotta have it. You gonna love it. Buy it.

Rating:
Summary: A great piece of the Hornblower puzzle
Review: You gotta have it. You gonna love it. Buy it.