Length10h 4m
About this audiobook
In "Lieutenant Hornblower," C. S. Forester masterfully weaves the complexities of naval warfare and personal ambition within the turbulent backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. The novel combines vivid descriptions of maritime life with the psychological development of its protagonist, Horatio Hornblower, capturing the essence of 19th-century naval literature. Forester's narrative style is both direct and evocative, employing rich characterizations and intricate plotting that highlight Hornblower's moral dilemmas as he navigates the challenges of leadership, loyalty, and the harsh realities of war. C. S. Forester, born in 1899 in Egypt and raised in England, was profoundly influenced by his experiences during the two World Wars, which informed his depiction of military life. His extensive maritime knowledge and personal encounters with naval history underlie not only the historical authenticity of Hornblower's adventures but also reveal Forester's ability to engage with themes of courage, duty, and the burdens of command. This rich background lends credence to the depth of Hornblower's character, making him both relatable and heroic. "Lieutenant Hornblower" is highly recommended for readers seeking a gripping historical novel that explores the intricacies of naval warfare and human resilience. Forester's nuanced portrayal of the inner conflicts faced by his characters offers valuable insights into the nature of honor and responsibility, making this book a compelling read for both literature enthusiasts and history aficionados.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length10 hrs 4 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 10, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter I
11Chapter XI
2Chapter II
12Chapter XII
3Chapter III
13Chapter XIII
4Chapter IV
14Chapter XIV
5Chapter V
15Chapter XV
Show all chaptersShow less
6Chapter VI
16Chapter XVI
7Chapter VII
17Chapter XVII
8Chapter VIII
18Chapter XVIII
9Chapter IX
19Chapter XIX
10Chapter X
20Chapter XX
More from C. S. Forester
The Sky and the ForestC. S. Forester10h 29m$2 · $0.00
Plain MurderC. S. Forester6h 49m$1 · $0.00
Death to the FrenchC. S. Forester6h 24m$2 · $0.00
Hornblower and the AtroposC. S. Forester12h 23m$2 · $0.00
Lord HornblowerC. S. Forester9h 20m$2 · $0.00
Payment DeferredC. S. Forester6h 28m$2 · $0.00
Mr. Midshipman HornblowerC. S. Forester9h 28m$2 · $0.00
Their Castilian OrphanAnna Belfrage14h 45m$27
With Fire and Sword, The Deluge & Pan MichaelHenryk Sienkiewicz113h 5m$1 · $0.00
The Complete 13 Novels & longer fiction: Treasure Island, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, The Black Arrow, Kidnapped, The Master of Ballantrae, The Wrong Box and more...Robert Louis Stevenson106h 29m$1 · $0.00
Eagles over BritainLee Jackson12h 26m$23
Rilla of InglesideLucy Maud Montgomery11h 44m$2 · $0.00
The Viennese DressmakerKathryn Gauci11h 46m$23 · $0.00
The Man in the Brown Suit & They Came to BaghdadAgatha Christie15h 43m$33 · $0.00
Under the Light of the Italian MoonJennifer Anton12h 28m$23 · $0.00
THE COMPLETE PALLISER NOVELS (All 6 Novels in One Edition)Anthony Trollope172h 46m$2 · $0.00
Jubilee, 50th Anniversary EditionMargaret Walker15h 43m$25 · $0.00
Arch of TriumphErich Maria Remarque15h 51m$28
Serenade for NadiaZülfü Livaneli9h 9m$20
Pride and PrejudiceJane Austen14h 44m$2 · $0.00
Zane Grey - Ultimate Collection: 60+ Western Classics, Historical Novels & Baseball StoriesZane Grey568h 56m$1 · $0.00
Les MisérablesVictor Hugo64h 17m$1 · $0.00
Between Two WorldsUpton Sinclair31h 43m$30
Under the Java MoonHeather B. Moore12h 23m$23
FamilyJ. California Cooper4h 43m$15
Rilla of InglesideL. M. Montgomery12h 25m$2 · $0.00
The Long Knives Are CryingJoseph M. Marshall III19h 2m$32
Desperate MeasuresBrenda Jackson8h 59m$28 · $0.00
Shōgun, Part TwoJames Clavell29h 16m$40
Showdown in the Big EasyCharles Tillman, Michael Anderle, Martha Carr7h 37m$23
Searching For ThanksgivingS.E. Smith4h 24m$20
Naughty 4Brenda Hampton7h 30m$17
The Dance with Me TrilogyShelley Shepard Gray21h 44m$35
The DopemanJaQuavis Coleman5h 25m$20
Sherlock Holmes: The Ultimate CollectionArthur Conan Doyle59h 49m$5 · $0.00
My Favorite Husband, Vol. 1Hollywood 360, CBS Radio5h 40m$14
WhistlerAnn Patchett10h 45m4 (4)$29 · $0.00
Grand Opening 2Carl Weber9h 16m$20
Sons of Valor II: Violence of ActionBrian Andrews, Jeffrey Wilson12h 34m$23
Malevolent MagicMildred Abbott7h 13m$17
Look TwiceEva Hudson9h 48m$20
The Complete Novels of Lucy Maud MontgomeryLucy Maud Montgomery203h 59m$1 · $0.00
Bikes, Toys, and Hot BoyzGenesis Woods, Shantaé13h 9m$23
The Natchez Burning TrilogyGreg Iles96h 18m$53 · $0.00
War LordBernard Cornwell13h 21m$33 · $0.00
Ghetto BastardK’wan7h 37m$20
The Great Gatsby: Original 1925 Edition (An F. Scott Fitzgerald Classic NovelFrancis Scott Fitzgerald4h 45m$18 · $0.00
You may also like
The Wreck of the Grosvenor (Vol. 1-3)William Clark Russell14h 30m$1 · $0.00
The Scouts of Stonewall - The Story of the Great Valley CampaignJoseph A. Altsheler9h 25m$2.30
John Frewen, South Sea WhalerLouis Becke3h 26m$2 · $0.00
A Soldier's Experience in Southern PrisonsChristian Miller Prutsman2h 7m$1 · $0.00
Lead Like a MarineJohn Warren, John Thompson6h 32m$24 · $0.00
The Tern SchoonerWalter Jon Williams13h 10m$23
500 of the Best Cockney War StoriesVarious Various8h 50m$2.30
US Navy SOG SEALsKeith McKim4h 44m$15
My German PrisonsHorace Gray Gilliland4h 29m$1 · $0.00
Under FireCharles King12h 39m$2 · $0.00
From Headquarters: Odd Tales Picked up in the Volunteer ServiceJames A. Frye3h 42m$2 · $0.00
The flying chanceGordon McCreagh54m$1 · $0.00
Operation Desert StormFrank Hancock8h 20m$23
The Tragedy of the KoroskoSir Arthur Conan Doyle5h 2m$20
Mr. Midshipman HornblowerC. S. Forester9h 28m$2 · $0.00
The CommodoreP. T. Deutermann11h 53m$20 · $0.00
The MacedonianWalter Jon Williams10h 28m$20
SEAL Team SixHoward E. Wasdin, Stephen Templin9h 36m$20
When Santiago Fell; or, The War Adventures of Two ChumsEdward Stratemeyer6h 18m$1 · $0.00
Memoirs of the Confederate War for IndependenceHeros von Borcke16h 32m$2 · $0.00