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Horatio Hornblower

Horatio Hornblower

3 books
Ongoing series

About this series

Follow Horatio Hornblower's naval career during the Napoleonic Wars. This series explores his challenges and triumphs as he rises through the ranks, offering a detailed look at life in the British Navy.

Books

Book cover of Hornblower and the "Hotspur"
#3

Hornblower and the "Hotspur"

C. S. Forester

Horatio Hornblower #3
Book cover of Flying Colours
#8

Flying Colours

C. S. Forester

Horatio Hornblower #8
Book cover of Commodore Hornblower
#9

Commodore Hornblower

C. S. Forester

Horatio Hornblower #9

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is the recommended reading order for the Horatio Hornblower series?

    The Horatio Hornblower series is best read in chronological order of the events within the books, which differs from their publication order. Starting with "Mr. Midshipman Hornblower" provides the most coherent narrative of his career.

  • Is there a TV or film adaptation of the Horatio Hornblower series?

    The Horatio Hornblower series has been adapted into a television series, which aired in the late 1990s and early 2000s, starring Ioan Gruffudd as Hornblower. There was also a film adaptation in 1951 titled "Captain Horatio Hornblower R.N." starring Gregory Peck.

  • Are there other books by C.S. Forester related to the Horatio Hornblower universe?

    While the Horatio Hornblower series is C.S. Forester's most famous naval fiction, he also wrote other standalone naval novels, though they do not directly feature Hornblower or his crew.