Mr. Midshipman Easy (Historical Novel)
Enriched edition. A Naive Sailor's Coming-of-Age Amid Napoleonic Warship Life, Satire, and Sea AdventureBy Frederick Marryat
Length16h 3m
About this audiobook
In Frederick Marryat's novel "Mr. Midshipman Easy," readers are transported to the world of the British Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars. The book follows the young and naive protagonist, Jack Easy, as he navigates the challenges and adventures of life at sea. Marryat's writing style is marked by its attention to detail and accuracy in depicting life onboard a warship, making the book a valuable historical document. The novel's satire and humor add depth to the story, shedding light on the realities of naval life during this tumultuous period in European history. Marryat's work stands out as a classic example of maritime fiction, capturing the spirit of the era with authenticity and wit.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.9 (1.9K)
Includes Goodreads, Amazon, LibraryThing, StoryGraph
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length16 hrs 3 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJan 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Youth: A Narrative (Includes Heart of Darkness)
15Chapter Seven
2Middlemarch (Musaicum Vintage Classics)
16Chapter Eight
3THE DUKE OF STOCKBRIDGE
17Chapter Nine
4The Conscript + Waterloo (Historical Novel)
18Chapter Ten
5WAR & PEACE
19Chapter Eleven
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6Introduction
20Chapter Twelve (pt. 1)
7Synopsis
21Chapter Twelve (pt. 2)
8Historical Context
22Chapter Twelve (pt. 3)
9Mr. Midshipman Easy (Historical Novel)
23Chapter Twelve (pt. 4)
10Chapter Two
24Chapter Twelve (pt. 5)
11Chapter Three
25Analysis
12Chapter Four
26Reflection
13Chapter Five
27Memorable Quotes
14Chapter Six
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