Hornblower is a moody, broody fellow who constantly second-guesses himself. Despite his insecurities, he is both a dutiful and competent officer who does amazing things and wins the respect of those around him.
Quick Facts about Horatio Hornblower
- Born on July 4th, 1776, the very date that the United States adopted the Declaration of Independence.
- Son of a doctor.
- Joined the Royal Navy at grand old age of seventeen.
- Received a classical education; he learned Greek, Latin, and French.
- High aptitude for mathematics, which serves him well as a navigator.
- Prone to seasickness, especially at the start of voyages.
- Tone-deaf: No appreciation for music whatsoever.
Horatio Hornblower at a Glance
Horatio Hornblower is the fictional protagonist of a series of novels by C. S. Forester, and later the subject of films and television programs.
The original Hornblower tales began with the appearance of a junior Royal Navy Captain on independent duty on a secret mission to Central America, though later stories would fill out his earlier years, starting with an unpromising beginning as a seasick midshipman. As the Napoleonic Wars progress, he gains promotion steadily, despite his initial poverty and lack of influential friends, as a result of his skill and daring. Eventually, after surviving m...
Horatio Hornblower TV Series on DVD - Collectors Edition
Horatio Hornblower Collector's Edition
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The acting and attention to detail in this Horatio Hornblower TV series is superb. It's more like watching a series of movies. It was this series that sparked my interest in Hornblower.
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Horatio Hornblower Quotes
Don't judge a ship by the number of its guns, major, but by the skill of its crew.
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Mr. Midshipman Hornblower - a Novel by C. S. Forester
Mr. Midshipman Hornblower (Hornblower Saga)
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This novel details the early years of Horatio Hornblower when he first joined the Royal Navy as a midshipman. This is the sixth novel that C. S. Forester published, though from a chronological standpoint it is worth reading this one first.
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The Hornblower Saga (Continued)
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