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Frederick Marryat

    10 de julio de 1792 – 9 de agosto de 1848

    El Capitán Frederick Marryat fue un oficial de la Marina Real Británica y novelista, reconocido como un pionero temprano de la historia marítima. Sus obras capturaron magistralmente las aventuras y los desafíos de la vida en el mar, sentando así las bases del género de ficción naval. La escritura de Marryat se caracteriza por su autenticidad y sus vívidas representaciones de la vida marítima. Su legado literario reside en su habilidad para transportar a los lectores a mundos llenos de peligro, coraje y movimiento constante.

    Frederick Marryat
    Mr Midshipman Easy
    Jacob Faithful
    A Diary in America
    The Pirate
    Peter Simple
    De grumete a almirante
    • Peter Simple

      • 418 páginas
      • 15 horas de lectura

      The book presents a modern reformatting of a classical work, ensuring its preservation for future generations. It has been carefully retyped and designed, offering clear and readable text rather than relying on scanned copies of the original. This effort highlights the importance of the work throughout history, making it accessible to contemporary readers while honoring its legacy.

      Peter Simple
    • The Pirate

      • 152 páginas
      • 6 horas de lectura

      The book is a facsimile reprint of a rare antiquarian work, preserving the original content while acknowledging potential imperfections like marks and flawed pages due to its age. It emphasizes the cultural significance of the text and the commitment to making literature accessible through high-quality modern editions that honor the original.

      The Pirate
    • A Diary in America

      With Remarks on Its Institutions

      • 328 páginas
      • 12 horas de lectura

      Frederick Marryat's 1839 work offers a detailed exploration of North America through the eyes of a naval officer and novelist. Spanning six volumes, it captures his observations and experiences, providing insights into the culture, society, and landscapes of the time. Marryat's unique perspective blends travel narrative with personal anecdotes, making it a significant historical account of early 19th-century North America.

      A Diary in America
    • The book is a significant historical work that has been preserved for future generations through modern formatting and design. It has been carefully reformatted and retyped to ensure clarity and readability, moving away from traditional scanned copies. This effort highlights its importance in human history and aims to keep the content accessible for contemporary and future readers.

      Jacob Faithful
    • A timelesss tale of a midshipman's rise in Nelson's navy. Widely regarded as Marryat's best work, Mr. Midshipman Easy is based on the author's adventures sailing with Lord Thomas Cochrane. This classic seafaring tale is a fascinating account of naval life and warfare, of French prisons and love affairs, and of the midshipman's berth. Marryat's ready wit, unforgettable characters, and true-to-life details have earned him praise from Conrad, Hemingway, and Ford Madox Ford, who called him "the greatest of English novelists."

      Mr Midshipman Easy
    • The Privateer's-Man One hundred Years Ago

      • 316 páginas
      • 12 horas de lectura

      The TREDITION CLASSICS series aims to revive public domain literature by making it accessible in print worldwide. Driven by a passion for literature, the creators support various non-profit projects, donating a portion of proceeds to help preserve significant literary works. Readers contribute to this mission, ensuring that timeless classics continue to be appreciated and not forgotten.

      The Privateer's-Man One hundred Years Ago
    • The Best Werewolf Short Stories 1800-1849

      A Classic Werewolf Anthology

      • 170 páginas
      • 6 horas de lectura

      This anthology showcases the evolution of werewolf tales during the transformative 19th century, highlighting the shift from poetry to short stories. It features renowned authors like Edgar Allan Poe and Nathaniel Hawthorne, whose works contributed to the darker themes of the era. Compiled by Andrew Barger, this collection presents the finest werewolf stories from 1800 to 1849, marking a significant period in horror literature. It serves as a comprehensive exploration of the werewolf mythos, making it a vital addition for enthusiasts of Gothic literature.

      The Best Werewolf Short Stories 1800-1849
    • The Pirate, and The Three Cutters

      • 388 páginas
      • 14 horas de lectura

      This reprint presents a classic work originally published in 1845, offering readers a glimpse into the themes and styles of the period. The book retains its historical significance and provides insights into the cultural context of its time. Readers can expect an authentic experience of the language and narrative techniques used by the author, making it a valuable addition for both enthusiasts of historical literature and those interested in the evolution of storytelling.

      The Pirate, and The Three Cutters