Price of Admiralty
"Price of Admiralty" by Marie Belloc Lowndes follows Claire de Wissant, the wife of Jacques de Wissant, the Mayor of Falaise, as she grapples with her feelings of pride and longing for the sea and its naval power, particularly in relation to submarines stationed near her home. The narrative explores her complex emotions, including a sense of connection to her maritime heritage and a growing affection for Commander Dupre, the officer in charge of the submarine flotilla. As Claire prepares for a final cruise with Dupre, tensions arise from her husband's jealousy and her own internal conflicts. The story culminates in a poignant moment of farewell, highlighting themes of duty, sacrifice, and the bittersweet nature of love against the backdrop of naval warfare.
By Marie Belloc Lowndes · First published 1913 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Drama · 27,464 words
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"O mort, vieux capitaine, il est temps! levons l'ancre! Ce pays nous ennuie, O mort! Appareillons! "
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Marie Belloc Lowndes
- Date: 1913 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Drama, Literary Fiction, Mystery
- Length: 27,464 words
- Structure: 1 section, 427 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Historical Fiction — The book explores historical events and settings, providing a narrative that intertwines with real historical contexts.
- Adventure — The plot involves elements of adventure, focusing on characters' journeys and challenges.
- Drama — The themes of personal conflict and emotional depth are central to the narrative.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style emphasizes character development and thematic exploration, characteristic of literary fiction.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Nautical Fiction · Romance · Adventure · Drama · Social Commentary · Class Conflict · Maritime History · 19th Century Setting · British Literature · Sea Captain · Love Story