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100 1 _aKingston, William Henry Giles,
_d1814-1880
245 1 4 _aThe Three Commanders
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-02-23
508 _aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England
520 _a"The Three Commanders" by W.H.G. Kingston is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. As the third installment in a tetralogy that begins with "The Three Midshipmen," it continues the adventures of familiar characters, likely focusing on their experiences in naval life during this period. The storyline begins with the depiction of naval warfare and duty, exploring themes of camaraderie, sacrifice, and the moral implications of actions taken during wartime. At the start of the novel, we meet Alick Murray, who is preparing to leave his idyllic Highland home in Scotland with his wife, Stella, as he is appointed to command the corvette "Opal". The arrival of Admiral Triton and the impending departure set the stage for the exploration of naval adventures, including the pursuit of slave smugglers in East Africa and participation in the Crimean War. The narrative unfolds with lively discussions among characters about duty, relationships, and the harsh realities of naval life, reflecting their personal struggles and the professional responsibilities that await them. The beginning introduces a blend of rich character development and vivid depictions of the historical setting, drawing readers into the world of naval combat and the challenges faced by those who serve. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSeafaring life -- Juvenile fiction
653 _aGreat Britain. Royal Navy -- Juvenile fiction
700 1 _aDugdale, Thomas Cantrell,
_d1880-1952
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24678
999 _c65679
_d65679