Pincher Martin, O.D.: A Story of the Inner Life of the Royal Navy by Dorling
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| Author | Dorling, H. Taprell (Henry Taprell), 1883-1968 |
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| Illustrator | Williams, C. Fleming |
| Title | Pincher Martin, O.D.: A Story of the Inner Life of the Royal Navy |
| Note | Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Pincher Martin, O.D.: A Story of the Inner Life of the Royal Navy" by Taffrail is a naval fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows Pincher Martin, a new ordinary seaman, as he embarks on his service aboard the battleship Belligerent during World War I. The story explores the trials, tribulations, and camaraderie experienced by sailors in a wartime setting, providing a glimpse into naval life. The opening of the story introduces readers to Martin's first day on the Belligerent, capturing his anxious arrival and initiation into naval routines. As he is quickly integrated into the ship's daily life, Martin faces various challenges, from stowing his belongings to adhering to the orders of officers and fellow sailors. The dynamics among crew members showcase both the strict hierarchy of the navy and the lighter moments of bonding between characters, as Martin learns the ropes and finds his place within this bustling microcosm of naval life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Sea stories |
| Subject | Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Fiction |
| Subject | World War, 1914-1918 -- Naval operations -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41774 |
| Release Date | Jan 4, 2013 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 19, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 193 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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