"There comes a time in every man's life, and I've had plenty of them, when he gets tired and gives up."
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About C. S. Forester
C. S. Forester, born as Cecil Louis Troughton Smith in 1899, was an English novelist known for his popular series of naval adventure novels, particularly the Horatio Hornblower series. His writings often displayed meticulous research and attention to detail in depicting life at sea during the Age of Sail. Forester's works have been highly regarded for their captivating storytelling and realistic portrayal of naval warfare. He also wrote several standalone novels and non-fiction works on various topics.
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