Peter Simple by Captain Marryat is a naval adventure novel set in the early 19th century, focusing on the coming-of-age journey of a young sailor in the British Navy. The story follows Peter Simple, a novice seaman, as he embarks on sea voyages that reveal the intricacies of naval life and warfare. Marryat's narrative provides a vivid depiction of shipboard life and the challenges faced by sailors. Through Peter's experiences, readers gain insight into the heroism and humor that characterize naval service. The book combines ...
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Peter Simple by Captain Marryat is a naval adventure novel set in the early 19th century, focusing on the coming-of-age journey of a young sailor in the British Navy. The story follows Peter Simple, a novice seaman, as he embarks on sea voyages that reveal the intricacies of naval life and warfare. Marryat's narrative provides a vivid depiction of shipboard life and the challenges faced by sailors. Through Peter's experiences, readers gain insight into the heroism and humor that characterize naval service. The book combines detailed accounts of maritime fiction with a richly developed character who matures through his trials and triumphs. With its engaging plot and exploration of British naval history, Peter Simple captures the essence of naval adventure while highlighting the growth and resilience of its protagonist. The novel offers a blend of action, character development, and naval lore, making it a classic in maritime literature.
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Add this copy of Peter Simple (Pocket Classics) to cart. $3.99, very good condition, Sold by Books From California rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Simi Valley, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1984 by Sutton Publishing Ltd.
Add this copy of Peter Simple, and, Valerie (Marryat's Novels and Tales) to cart. $8.99, good condition, Sold by Libris Hardback Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Rockingham, VA, UNITED STATES, published by George Routledge and Sons.
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Good. No Jacket. 12mo-over 6¾"-7¾" tall. Blue embossed cloth, gilt trim on spine. If the lettering on the front cover was once gilt, it is rubbed away. Corners and spine ends bumped and worn, cover shows some rubbing and spotting. Binding starting to crack at front hinge, otherwise tight. Pages tan but clean, part of tissue at frontispiece is torn away, no markings. 696 total pages. Packaged carefully for shipment in cardboard with U. S. tracking. Oversized or heavy books may require extra postage for priority or international shipment.
Add this copy of Peter Simple to cart. $10.00, good condition, Sold by The Book Bin rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Salem, OR, UNITED STATES, published 1871 by D. Appleton and Company.
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Good. 513 pages, p/o name label on front end paper, light shelf wear, yellow discoloration on back cover, small tear in frontispiece tissue, binding cracked at start of Chapter 1 and after page 513, tight binding, clean. Size: 12mo-over 6 3/4 in-7 3/4 in tall. Year: 1871.
Add this copy of Peter Simple to cart. $17.47, fair condition, Sold by Anybook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1984 by Alan Sutton.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 400grams, ISBN: 0862990963.
Add this copy of Peter Simple Illustrated By Malcolm Patterson to cart. $19.39, good condition, Sold by The Guru Bookshop rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hereford, WALES, UNITED KINGDOM, published by Collins.
Add this copy of Peter Simple to cart. $19.90, fair condition, Sold by Anybook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1914 by J.M. Dent & Sons.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. With usual stamps and markings, In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 400grams, ISBN:
Add this copy of Peter Simple to cart. $19.90, poor condition, Sold by Anybook rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published by George Routledge and Sons, Limited.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Publication date not stated. Half calf binding. Marbled boards. Gilt lettering and bands on spine. Bumped corners. Marbled end papers and page edges. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 500grams, ISBN:
Add this copy of Peter Simple to cart. $20.00, fair condition, Sold by Shaker Mill Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from West Stockbridge, MA, UNITED STATES, published 1899 by Lothrop.
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Ilustrated. Fair. No Jacket. Book Bright, colorful Boards are soiled & rubbed from age & handling, 1/2 of cloth spine cover is missing, well-bound. Previous owner's gift inscription on early page, dated 1903. Pages tanning along margins, color plates are all present, bright. Protected in mylar.
Add this copy of Peter Simple to cart. $20.00, very good condition, Sold by My Book Heaven rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Alameda, CA, UNITED STATES, published 1914 by Gyldahl & Hansen Publishers.
Add this copy of Peter Simple to cart. $23.41, good condition, Sold by The Guru Bookshop rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hereford, WALES, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1895 by Macmillan.
