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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 ...
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