Personal Narrative of Events, From 1799 to 1815 by William Stanhope Lovell
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| Author | Lovell, William Stanhope, 1788-1859 |
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| Title | Personal Narrative of Events, From 1799 to 1815 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 58.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Personal Narrative of Events, From 1799 to 1815" by William Stanhope Lovell is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book recounts the author’s experiences as a young midshipman in the British Royal Navy during significant naval engagements and adventures, highlighting events from the Napoleonic Wars." The narrative likely encompasses battles, voyages, and personal anecdotes that paint a vivid picture of naval life during that tumultuous period. "The opening of the memoir introduces the author’s early experiences at sea, beginning at the age of ten aboard H.M. ship "Renown". Lovell reflects on his emotions upon leaving home and meeting his shipmates, capturing the youthful innocence and camaraderie among the boys. He paints a lively picture of life aboard, filled with playful antics, rigorous naval discipline, and the trials of adapting to life at sea, all while laying the groundwork for the adventures that will follow. The narrative sets a tone of nostalgia mixed with humor, inviting readers into the vibrant world of naval endeavors during the late 18th and early 19th centuries." (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Sea life |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63405 |
| Release Date | Oct 8, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 62 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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