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The Young Hornblower - a truly formidable force in His Majesty's ServiceThe seventeen-year-old Hornblower became notorious as soon as he stepped on board ship - as the midshipman who was seasick in Spithead. But he was soon to gain his …

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The Young Hornblower - a truly formidable force in His Majesty's ServiceThe seventeen-year-old Hornblower became notorious as soon as he stepped on board ship - as the midshipman who was seasick in Spithead. But he was soon to gain his sea legs.Amid battle, action and adventure he proves himself time and time again - courageous in danger, resourceful in moments of difficulty and decisive in times of trouble. The reader stands right beside him as he prepares to fight his first duel, feels the heat as he battles to control a blazing ship and shares his horror as he experiences for the first time the panic of the Plague.This omnibus edition contains:Mr Midshipman Hornblower Lieutenant Hornblower Hornblower and the 'Hotspur'

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