Admiral Hornblower in the West Indies Author:C. S. Forester By hard work, by conscientious observance of duty, by use of common sense and by consideration for his fellowmen, Hornblower advanced in rank until he commanded a ship. This would have been an extraordinary success for a man of his class and expectations-but with success came a spotlight attention that in turn, combined with Hornblower's shy ch... more »arm, brought a rich and titled wife.« less