Mr. Midshipman Easy - Captain Frederick Marryat - Bog

Mr. Midshipman Easy is a novel written by Captain Frederick Marryat, first published in 1836. The story follows the adventures of a young and naive midshipman named Jack Easy, who joins the Royal Navy and embarks on a series of misadventures and escapades. Jack Easy is the son of a wealthy merchant who is determined to make a name for himself in the Navy. Despite his lack of experience and knowledge, Jack is confident and eager to prove himself. He quickly becomes the target of practical jokes and hazing by his fellow midshipmen, but he also makes friends with some of the more experienced sailors.As Jack navigates life on board a naval vessel, he encounters a variety of challenges, including battles with pirates, romantic entanglements, and clashes with his superiors. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about loyalty, honor, and the importance of hard work.Marryat's novel is known for its humor and lighthearted tone, as well as its vivid descriptions of life at sea during the early 19th century. It is also considered an important work of naval fiction, providing insight into the workings of the Royal Navy and the experiences of its sailors. Overall, Mr. Midshipman Easy is a classic coming-of-age story that will appeal to readers of all ages.1836. English novelist who began writing after a distinguished career in the British Navy. Mr. Midshipman Easy is a rollicking sea adventure set in the time of the Napoleonic Wars. The story follows the escapades of a young midshipman who enters the King's service with some ideas that run badly afoul of the standards of naval discipline. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.