Looking Back by Sir Seymour John Fortescue
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"Looking Back" by Captain The Hon. Sir Seymour Fortescue, K.C.V.O., C.M.G. is a memoir reflecting on the life experiences of a Royal Navy officer, likely written in the early 20th century. The book explores the author’s illustrious career, touching on significant events, royal encounters, and personal anecdotes during his time serving at the court of King Edward VII, as well as his naval adventures. The opening of the memoir establishes Fortescue’s background,
detailing his upbringing at Castle Hill, North Devon, and describing his family and childhood influences. It sets the stage for his reflections on a diverse life, filled with experiences that bridge military service, court life, and societal engagements. The narrative hints at the author's imminent journey into the Navy, providing insights into the values and characters that shaped his formative years, before starting a detailed account of his naval career, including his training and early assignments. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Fortescue, Seymour John, Sir, 1856-1942 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 20009644 |
| Title | Looking Back |
| Credits |
Produced by David T. Jones, Al Haines, Neanderthal & the online Project Gutenberg team at www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Edward VII, King of Great Britain, 1841-1910 |
| Subject | Great Britain. Royal Navy -- Biography |
| Subject | Fortescue, Seymour John, Sir, 1856-1942 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59934 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-59934-2 |
| Release Date | Jul 17, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 692 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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