Lord Hornblower is a historical naval novel by C.S. Forester, part of the Horatio Hornblower series. The book is set during the later years of the Napoleonic Wars. Now a commodore, Hornblower is tasked with quelling a mutiny aboard the HMS Flame, a ship blockading the French coast. The story follows his efforts to manage the mutiny, navigate political intrigue, and undertake a daring mission to support the French royalists. Alongside his professional challenges, Hornblower faces personal struggles, including his complicated relationship with his wife, Lady Barbara. The novel showcases Hornblower’s leadership, strategic acumen, and moral dilemmas, offering a gripping blend of action and character development.
Lord Hornblower – C.S. Forester 1946 | 1st Edition
$69.00
- Author:
C.S. Forester - Publisher:
Little, Brown & Co, Boston, 1946 - Binding:
Hardcover - Condition:
Very Good - Size:
8vo - Attributes:
First Edition, Dust Jacket
First edition, first printing. Binding tight, head of spine toned, a stain spot on spine, internally fine, unmarked. DJ chipped at spine and front flap, priced $2.50. Very good in Good DJ.
