PAR LE CAPITAINE MARRYATC’était dans la dernière partie du mois de juin de l’année 179., les vagues furieuses de la baie de Biscaye s’apaisaient par degrés après un grain aussi violent qu’inaccoutumé...

Ami lecteur, je suis né sur l’eau. Non sur l’onde amère de l’Océan irrité, mais sur les eaux douces et rapides d’une rivière. Ce fut dans une espèce de boîte flottante, appelée gabare, et sur la Tamise,...

De jeugd van de jonge Jakob Eerlijk speelt zich af op de veerboot van zijn vader. Het leven van Jakob neemt een dramatische keer als zijn ouders sterven in een bizar en verschrikkelijk incident. Als gevolg...

In 1834 schreef Marryat een roman over het leven van een marineofficier in spe tijdens de Napoleontische Oorlogen. Het verhaal begin met een vertelling over zijn vroege leven, als ‘dwaas van de familie’,...

In de zeemansklassieker Het koningskind (1830) groeit William Seymour op aan boord van de Royal Navy, als gevolg van de dood van zijn vader, die werd opgehangen tijdens de Muiterij van Nore (1797), een...

De landverhuizers in Canada (1844) is een kinderboek. Het verhaal is gesitueerd in de wildernis van Zuid-Canada in de jaren 90 van de 18e eeuw, toen het Upper Canada heette en onderdeel van het Britse...

In "The Three Cutters," Frederick Marryat presents a vivid maritime adventure that explores themes of bravery, camaraderie, and the nuances of naval life in the early 19th century. The narrative follows...

In "The Travels and Adventures of Monsieur Violet in California, Sonora, and Western Texas," Frederick Marryat masterfully weaves a captivating narrative that blends adventure, exploration, and the richness...

In "The Pacha of Many Tales," Frederick Marryat presents a captivating tapestry of adventures set against the backdrop of the Ottoman Empire. This collection features a series of interwoven stories narrated...

In "Diary in America, Series Two," Frederick Marryat embarks on a compelling exploration of early 19th-century American society, capturing the vibrant essence of a nation in transformation. Written in...

In "The Mission; or Scenes in Africa," Frederick Marryat vividly encapsulates the challenges and complexities of colonial life through the lens of a Christian missionary. Set against the backdrop of the...

In "The Pirate, and The Three Cutters," Frederick Marryat presents a thrilling nautical adventure, imbued with vivid maritime imagery and authentic naval terminology. The novel, published in the early...

Frederick Marryat's "Travels and Adventures of Monsieur Violet" offers a captivating exploration of the French protagonist's journeys through the exotic locales of the South Seas, imbued with a rich narrative...

In "Snarleyyow; or, The Dog Fiend," Frederick Marryat crafts a vivid narrative that explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the complexities of human and animal relationships. Set against the backdrop...

In "The Poacher; Or, Joseph Rushbrook," Frederick Marryat delivers a compelling narrative set against the backdrop of rural England. With a keen eye for detail and a rich, descriptive literary style,...

Frederick Marryat's "The Privateersman" is a captivating novel that expertly intertwines adventure and moral complexity within the maritime context of the early 19th century. Set against the backdrop...

In "The Pirate," Frederick Marryat crafts an exhilarating tale set against the backdrop of the 18th-century Caribbean, a time notorious for its lawlessness and adventure. Through vibrant prose and meticulous...

In 'Newton Forster; Or, The Merchant Service,' Frederick Marryat intertwines adventure and maritime life to examine the complexities of the British merchant navy in the early 19th century. Through the...

In "Diary in America, Series One," Frederick Marryat offers a compelling and insightful exploration of American life in the early 19th century. Written in a captivating diary format, Marryat's narrative...

In 'The King's Own', Frederick Marryat crafts a gripping naval adventure set against the backdrop of the early 19th century. The novel follows the young protagonist, Lieutenant Frank Mildmay, as he navigates...

In "Valerie," Frederick Marryat crafts a compelling narrative that intricately explores themes of love, sacrifice, and moral conflict, set against the backdrop of early 19th-century England. With a distinctive...

In "Jacob Faithful," Frederick Marryat weaves a compelling narrative that explores themes of adventure, moral integrity, and the intricacies of maritime life during the early 19th century. Written in...

In "The Settlers in Canada," Frederick Marryat presents a vivid depiction of pioneer life in the Canadian wilderness, blending adventure and social commentary with a rich, descriptive literary style....

In "Travels and Adventures of Monsieur Violet," Frederick Marryat intricately weaves a tapestry of adventure and cultural exploration through the eyes of a French expatriate in the early 19th century....

In "The Pacha of Many Tales," Frederick Marryat weaves a vibrant tapestry of adventure and humor within the captivating framework of a frame narrative. Set against the exotic backdrop of the Ottoman Empire,...

Frederick Marryat's "The Mission" is a masterfully crafted narrative that intertwines adventure, spirituality, and moral inquiry against the backdrop of the early 19th-century missionary movement. Marryat...

In "Olla Podrida," Frederick Marryat crafts a vivid tapestry of tales that encapsulate the essence of British society in the early 19th century. Through a series of interconnected narratives, Marryat...

Frederick Marryat's "The Mission; or Scenes in Africa" is a compelling narrative that captures the adventures of a missionary in the continent's rugged landscapes and complex cultures. Marryat's prose...

In "The Pacha of Many Tales," Frederick Marryat crafts a vibrant tapestry of adventure interwoven with elements of satire, encapsulating the late 19th-century literary flair of colonial exploration. Nestled...

In "The Three Cutters," Frederick Marryat crafts a captivating tale set against the backdrop of the British naval tradition, weaving together themes of adventure, loyalty, and the perils of maritime life....