"Mr. Midshipman Easy" is a classic work of maritime fiction that follows the spirited adventures of Jack Easy, a young man who enters the Royal Navy with a head full of his father's eccentric theories regarding the equality of man. Expecting to find a world governed by logic and fairness, Jack is quickly confronted with the rigid discipline and hierarchy of life at sea during the Napoleonic Wars. Written by Captain Marryat , a former naval officer himself, the novel provides an authentic and humorous look at the British ...
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"Mr. Midshipman Easy" is a classic work of maritime fiction that follows the spirited adventures of Jack Easy, a young man who enters the Royal Navy with a head full of his father's eccentric theories regarding the equality of man. Expecting to find a world governed by logic and fairness, Jack is quickly confronted with the rigid discipline and hierarchy of life at sea during the Napoleonic Wars. Written by Captain Marryat , a former naval officer himself, the novel provides an authentic and humorous look at the British navy in the nineteenth century. As Jack traverses the Mediterranean, he engages in daring naval engagements, encounters ruthless pirates, and navigates the complexities of professional advancement and romance. His journey from a naive and argumentative youth to a seasoned and respected officer is marked by both high-stakes action and sharp social satire. A cornerstone of the nautical adventure genre, "Mr. Midshipman Easy" remains a beloved tale for its vivid depiction of life under sail and its enduring wit. It captures the essence of the golden age of sail, blending historical realism with a timeless coming-of-age story that continues to captivate readers interested in the lore of the high seas. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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Add this copy of Mr. Midshipman Easy to cart. $9.75, fair condition, Sold by Rose Wind Press rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Vancouver, WA, UNITED STATES, published 1906 by The Century Company.
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Fair. Signed by previous owner. Reading copy only. Book is in very good condition except the color plate illustrations have been removed. 367p.; no illustrations cloth over boards
Add this copy of Mr. Midshipman Easy (the English Comedie Humaine, to cart. $10.00, good condition, Sold by Dunaway Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Saint Louis, MO, UNITED STATES, published by The Century Co..
Add this copy of Mr. Midshipman Easy (the English Comedie Humaine, to cart. $10.89, good condition, Sold by Alplaus Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Alplaus, NY, UNITED STATES, published 1906 by The Century Co.
Add this copy of Mr. Midshipman Easy to cart. $12.00, very good condition, Sold by My Dead Aunt's Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hyattsville, MD, UNITED STATES, published 1928 by Grosset & Dunlap.
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Add this copy of Mr. Midshipman Easy to cart. $12.64, good condition, Sold by P.N. Emery rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Bridlington, EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published by Collins' Clear Type Press.
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Add this copy of Mr. Midshipman Easy (Famous Novels of the Sea) to cart. $14.00, good condition, Sold by Redux Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Wyoming, MI, UNITED STATES, published 1902 by Charles Scribner's Sons.
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Good. Hardcover. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and unmarked. Covers show light edge wear with rubbing/light scuffing. Binding is tight, hinges strong.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day!
Add this copy of Mr. Midshipman Easy to cart. $14.01, good condition, Sold by Yare Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Great Yarmouth, NORFOLK, UNITED KINGDOM, published by Rylee Ltd.
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Add this copy of Mr. Midshipman Easy to cart. $14.95, very good condition, Sold by The Parnassus BookShop rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport, WA, UNITED STATES, published 1928 by Grosset & Dunlap.
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Very Good. No Jacket. Size: 8vo-over 7? -9? " tall; Grosset & Dunlap Reprint, 1928. Originally published in 1836. Hardcover Book in Very Good Condition. Without dust jacket. Bright red cloth with sharp and bright blue illustration and titles. The spine is sunned so titles not as clear as on front. Light wear to corners and spine ends. Binding tight, solid and square. Page edges foxed on fore-edge and have a few spots. Endpapers front and back with 2-page illustration in orange, green and black, of a sailing ship and sea birds. Pages are toned, completely clean and unmarked, no creases. A classic sea story set during the Napoleonic Wars. The tale of Jack Easy, an aristocratic young lad of 14 yearning for adventure, who runs off to join the Royal Navy--and does he find adventure! 375 pages. 5.5 x 8.25 x 1.25 inches. 1928, Grosset & Dunlap.
