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Peter Simple

Peter Simple

By: Frederick Marryat
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Join Peter Simple, the charmingly naive fool of the family, as he embarks on an adventurous journey at sea during the tumultuous Napoleonic wars. The son of a parson and heir to a title, Peter finds himself in one escapade after another, each more thrilling than the last. Along the way, he encounters a vibrant cast of supporting characters both on board and ashore, adding color and depth to his nautical adventures. - Summary by CarolinCopyright 19th and 20th Century Fiction World
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