The Three Midshipmen
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
When duty, danger, and the open sea call, three young naval officers answer with courage and camaraderie in W. H. G. Kingston's classic tale of maritime adventure. The Three Midshipmen chronicles the thrilling exploits of Jack Rogers, Terence Adair, and Alick Murray — three friends whose bonds are forged aboard the rolling decks of Her Majesty's Navy as they navigate treacherous waters, fierce battles, and encounters with pirates and slavers across far-flung corners of the globe. Rooted in the traditions of Victorian seafaring fiction, the narrative pulses with patriotic vigour, breathless action, and an unwavering moral compass that speaks directly to the spirit of young readers. Kingston, one of the most prolific writers of 19th-century boys' adventure literature, masterfully illustrates the ideals of honour, loyalty, and perseverance through the lens of naval life, drawing on his deep knowledge of the sea to craft a world that feels both vivid and authentic. His prose is accessible yet rich with atmosphere, transporting readers to storm-lashed decks and exotic ports with equal ease. First published in 1873, this enduring classic set the standard for the naval adventure genre and inspired generations of readers — and one cannot help but wonder what fresh trials await these three fearless midshipmen beyond the next horizon.
Author: -
Format: Paperback
Genre: Adventure fiction
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
When duty, danger, and the open sea call, three young naval officers answer with courage and camaraderie in W. H. G. Kingston's classic tale of maritime adventure. The Three Midshipmen chronicles the thrilling exploits of Jack Rogers, Terence Adair, and Alick Murray — three friends whose bonds are forged aboard the rolling decks of Her Majesty's Navy as they navigate treacherous waters, fierce battles, and encounters with pirates and slavers across far-flung corners of the globe. Rooted in the traditions of Victorian seafaring fiction, the narrative pulses with patriotic vigour, breathless action, and an unwavering moral compass that speaks directly to the spirit of young readers. Kingston, one of the most prolific writers of 19th-century boys' adventure literature, masterfully illustrates the ideals of honour, loyalty, and perseverance through the lens of naval life, drawing on his deep knowledge of the sea to craft a world that feels both vivid and authentic. His prose is accessible yet rich with atmosphere, transporting readers to storm-lashed decks and exotic ports with equal ease. First published in 1873, this enduring classic set the standard for the naval adventure genre and inspired generations of readers — and one cannot help but wonder what fresh trials await these three fearless midshipmen beyond the next horizon.