| Author |
Marryat, Frederick, 1792-1848 |
| Title |
Peter Simple; and, The Three Cutters, Vol. 1-2
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Simple_(novel)
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| Credits |
Produced by Ted Garvin, Carol David and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"PETER SIMPLE AND THE THREE CUTTERS, Vol. 1-2" by Frederick Marryat is a novel written in the early 19th century, specifically around the 1830s. The storyline introduces the protagonist, Peter Simple, a young and somewhat naive fellow from a clergyman background, who unwittingly becomes the "fool" of the family and is sent to the navy. His journey covers his initiation into a life at sea, capturing both the comedic and tumultuous aspects of naval service during this expansive period. At the start of the tale, we are introduced to Peter, who reflects on his unfortunate position as the designated family fool destined for naval life. His journey begins in London, where he encounters various odd characters, including a gruff stockbroker and a drunken sailor. The narrative quickly delves into Peter's misadventures, including a memorable incident at the theatre against the captain and an ill-fated attempt at socializing with a young lady. As Peter struggles with his identity and the expectations of naval life, he faces humorous situations and challenges, setting the tone for a series of adventures that intertwine folly with growth as he navigates the complexities of becoming a naval officer. The opening chapters establish the foundations of his character and foreshadow the trials he will face in his career. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Smugglers -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Napoleonic Wars, 1800-1815 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Sea stories, English
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| Subject |
Great Britain -- History, Naval -- 19th century -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Midshipmen -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13148 |
| Release Date |
Aug 9, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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