Best Selling Books by C. S. Forester

Captain Horatio Hornblower and the undaunted crew of the Sutherland set sail to rival the exploits of Napoleon''s ships.

In "Napoleon and His Court," C. S. Forester presents a meticulously crafted portrayal of the Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte and the intricate web of courtiers and officials that surrounded him. Forester employs a narrative style that blends historical accuracy with rich, descriptive prose, immersing readers in the lavish yet tumultuous world of early 19th-century France. This work reflects a deep understanding of the sociopolitical dynamics of the time, offering insights into the personal traits of Napoleon and the ambitions of those who shaped his reign. C. S. Forester, renowned for his historical novels and keen interest in military and naval history, draws from a wealth of research into Napoleon''s era. His rich background in crafting suspenseful narratives demonstrates his adeptness at blending fact with fiction, making complex historical figures accessible and compelling. Forester''s appreciation for the nuances of character and motive reflects his previous experiences as a writer and a historian, allowing him to create a resonant and engaging story. This book is a must-read for enthusiasts of history and literature alike. Forester''Äôs engaging prose and thorough character exploration provide a captivating lens through which to view one of history''s most enigmatic figures. "Napoleon and His Court" not only enlightens readers about the man himself but also delves deep into the intricate relationships and power plays that defined an era.

Soon to be the major motion picture Greyhound, a WWII naval thriller of "high and glittering excitement" (New York Times) from the author of the legendary Hornblower series The mission of Commander George Krause of the United States Navy is to protect a convoy of thirty-seven merchant ships making their way across the icy North Atlantic from America to England. There, they will deliver desperately needed supplies, but only if they can make it through the wolfpack of German submarines that awaits and outnumbers them in the perilous seas. For forty eight hours, Krause will play a desperate cat and mouse game against the submarines, combating exhaustion, hunger, and thirst to protect fifty million dollars'' worth of cargo and the lives of three thousand men. Originally published as The Good Shepherd and acclaimed as one of the best novels of the year upon publication in 1955, this novel is a riveting classic of WWII and naval warfare from one of the 20th century''s masters of sea stories.

Payment Deferred is a crime novel by C.S. Forester. It tells about William Marble, a bank clerk living in south London with a wife, Annie, and two teenage children. William suffers financial crisis and suddenly gets visited by a rich orphaned nephew, who''s just inherited a large sum of money. A cruel plot comes to his mind and eventually he gets very rich, although he now lives under the burden of a hard crime. The rich life, new love affairs and better education for children don''t bring him happiness. The dark fate follows him everywhere and he lives in fear that it will finally catch up with him.

Introducing the gallant hero of "Beat to Quarters," Captain Hornblower, in the first of a series of grand adventures. For his first command after escaping from France, Hornblower is given charge of the royal yacht - and he soon requires all his skill and instinct to prevent disaster!

This biographical fiction tells the story of Christopher Columbus''s third expedition to America, which began on May 30, 1498, and was his most disastrous voyage. Through this work, Forester tells the tale of Columbus through the eyes of Don Narciso Rich, an attorney representing the interests of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella.

The history of Italy -- from the Congress of Vienna to the rise of Mussolini -- is treated in detail, with the clarity and fine writing one came to expect from C. S. Forester.

A shy and lonely 17-year-old, Horatio Hornblower, embarks on a memorable career in Nelson''s navy as a midshipman on board H.M.S. Justinian. In action, adventure and battle he is forged into one of the most formidable junior officers in the service.

In this gripping tale of turmoil and triumph on the high seas, Horatio Hornblower emerges from his apprenticeship as midshipman to face new responsibilities thrust upon him by the fortunes of war between Napoleon and Spain. Enduring near-mutiny, bloody hand-to-hand combat with Spanish seamen, deck-splintering sea battles, and the violence and horror of life on the fighting ships of the Napoleonic Wars, the young lieutenant distinguishes himself in his first independent command. He also faces an adventure unique in his experience: Maria.

In the wake of a humbling incident aboard a canal boat in the Cotswolds, young Captain Horatio Hornblower arrives in London to take command of the Atropos, a 22-gun sloop barely large enough to require a captain. Her first assignment under Hornblower''s command is as flagship for the funeral procession of Lord Nelson. Soon Atropos is part of the Mediterranean Fleet''s harassment of Napoleon, recovering treasure that lies deep in Turkish waters and boldly challenging a Spanish frigate several times her size. At the center of each adventure is Hornblower, Forester''s most inspired creation, whose blend of cautious preparation and spirited execution dazzles friend and foe alike. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Flying Colours is a novel in the Horatio Hornblower series by C. S. Forester, following immediately after A Ship of the Line.Royal Navy Captain Hornblower is a prisoner of war of the Spanish in the Napoleonic Wars (the circumstances of his capture being covered at the end of A Ship of the Line). While being taken to Paris to be tried (and executed) on the trumped up charge of piracy, he, Lieutenant Bush and seaman Brown escape. They find shelter for the winter with the Comte de Graçay and his widowed daughter-in-law Marie, despite the Comte having lost all three of his sons fighting for France. During their stay, Hornblower has an affair with Marie.

Forester famous for his fictional character Horotio Hornblower weaves a intriguing story of British and US navies and their travails. The book is set at the tail end of the Napoleonic Wars, and the War of 1812. The central character is Captain Josiah Peabody, United States Navy, in command of the USS Delaware,

First published in 1935, C.S. Forester''s classic romantic adventure is a tale of opposites attracted. Allnut and Rose, a disreputable Cockney and an English spinster missionary, wend their way down a river in Central Africa in a rickety, asthmatic steam launch, and are gradually joined together in a mission of retaliation against the Germans. Fighting time, heat, malaria and bullets, the two have a dramatic rapprochement before the explosive ending of the book. This tale of unlikely love is thrilling and funny and ultimately satisfying.

In 1941, Hitler''s deadly Bismarck, the fastest battleship afloat, broke out into the Atlantic. Its mission: to cut the lifeline of British shipping and win the war with one mighty blow. How the Royal Navy tried to meet this threat and its desperate attempt to bring the giant Bismarck to bay is the story C. S. Forester tells with mounting excitement and suspense.