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Jacob Faithful

Jacob Faithful

By: Frederick Marryat
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 Frederic Marryat, rebelling against the future his affluent family had envisioned for him, enlisted in the Royal Navy in 1806 when he was only 14. He served under Lord Cochran’s command on the HMS Imperieuse, experiencing over 50 sea battles and eventually rising to the rank of Post Captain. Upon retiring, Marryat channeled his experiences into writing, becoming a pioneer in nautical fiction. His tales often drew inspiration from his naval career, including his novel, Jacob Faithful. This is a vivid portrayal of the lives of Thames watermen, focusing on Jacob, a child born and raised on the river. After becoming an orphan under strange circumstances, Jacob navigates through life, from education to apprenticeships, until he is forced into the Royal Navy. This novel provides an intriguing glimpse into the life of 19th Century London and its bustling river.Copyright Biographies and Memoirs Art Literary History & Criticism World
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  • 46 - Jacob Faithful by Frederick Marryat

    46 - Jacob Faithful by Frederick Marryat
    Jul 26 2025
    Frederic Marryat, rebelling against the future his affluent family had envisioned for him, enlisted in the Royal Navy in 1806 when he was only 14. He served under Lord Cochran’s command on the HMS Imperieuse, experiencing over 50 sea battles and eventually rising to the rank of Post Captain. Upon retiring, Marryat channeled his experiences into writing, becoming a pioneer in nautical fiction. His tales often drew inspiration from his naval career, including his novel, Jacob Faithful. This is a vivid portrayal of the lives of Thames watermen, focusing on Jacob, a child born and raised on the river. After becoming an orphan under strange circumstances, Jacob navigates through life, from education to apprenticeships, until he is forced into the Royal Navy. This novel provides an intriguing glimpse into the life of 19th Century London and its bustling river.
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    25 mins
  • 45 - Jacob Faithful by Frederick Marryat

    45 - Jacob Faithful by Frederick Marryat
    Jul 26 2025
    Frederic Marryat, rebelling against the future his affluent family had envisioned for him, enlisted in the Royal Navy in 1806 when he was only 14. He served under Lord Cochran’s command on the HMS Imperieuse, experiencing over 50 sea battles and eventually rising to the rank of Post Captain. Upon retiring, Marryat channeled his experiences into writing, becoming a pioneer in nautical fiction. His tales often drew inspiration from his naval career, including his novel, Jacob Faithful. This is a vivid portrayal of the lives of Thames watermen, focusing on Jacob, a child born and raised on the river. After becoming an orphan under strange circumstances, Jacob navigates through life, from education to apprenticeships, until he is forced into the Royal Navy. This novel provides an intriguing glimpse into the life of 19th Century London and its bustling river.
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    22 mins
  • 44 - Jacob Faithful by Frederick Marryat

    44 - Jacob Faithful by Frederick Marryat
    Jul 26 2025
    Frederic Marryat, rebelling against the future his affluent family had envisioned for him, enlisted in the Royal Navy in 1806 when he was only 14. He served under Lord Cochran’s command on the HMS Imperieuse, experiencing over 50 sea battles and eventually rising to the rank of Post Captain. Upon retiring, Marryat channeled his experiences into writing, becoming a pioneer in nautical fiction. His tales often drew inspiration from his naval career, including his novel, Jacob Faithful. This is a vivid portrayal of the lives of Thames watermen, focusing on Jacob, a child born and raised on the river. After becoming an orphan under strange circumstances, Jacob navigates through life, from education to apprenticeships, until he is forced into the Royal Navy. This novel provides an intriguing glimpse into the life of 19th Century London and its bustling river.
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    19 mins
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