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Books : Flying Coloursby: C S Forester
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 Rating: - The Perfectionist Judges Himself HarshlyFlying Colors is the most introspective of the Hornblower novels. For those who want to understand who Hornblower really is, this book is probably the most revealing in the Hornblower series. Unlike the other stories which contain lots of naval action at sea, this book occurs mostly on the land of Spain and France, and the rivers of France. As a result, those who like the Hornblower novels for their battles and action will find this book to be one of the least satisfying in the series. We ... Read More Rating: - The Perfectionist Judges Himself HarshlyFlying Colours is the most introspective of the Hornblower novels. For those who want to understand who Hornblower really is, this book is probably the most revealing in the Hornblower series. Unlike the other stories which contain lots of naval action at sea, this book occurs mostly on the land of Spain and France, and the rivers of France. As a result, those who like the Hornblower novels for their battles and action will find this book to be one of the least satisfying in the series. We ... Read More Rating: - The Perfectionist Judges Himself HarshlyFlying Colours is the most introspective of the Hornblower novels. For those who want to understand who Hornblower really is, this book is probably the most revealing in the Hornblower series. Unlike the other stories which contain lots of naval action at sea, this book occurs mostly on the land of Spain and France, and the rivers of France. As a result, those who like the Hornblower novels for their battles and action will find this book to be one of the least satisfying in the series. We ... Read More Rating:  - Very GoodThis is a well adapted version of Flying colours read superbly by Ioan Gruffud. His voice certainly brings the book to life. However, the books can get a tad repetetive and you do get the feeling that you've heard it all before, but still a splendid addition to the Hornblower series, and certainly worth the money. Rating: - A well crafted historical novel, fast paced with plenty of pExcellent characterization and a finely drawn background of France during the Naopoleonic wars enhance this exciting tale of escape from execution in Paris by Captain Hornblower and his companions. It is not necessary to have read any of the other novels in the Hornblower series to reap the full reward of this epic adventure, and it can be recommended for newcomers to C S Forester's naval hero. It is the blend of historical fact, pragmatic characterization and realistic detail which allow the reader to ... Read More Browse for similar items by category:
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