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Decatur and Somers

By Molly Elliot Seawell
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Two young midshipmen begin their naval service and, alongside shipmates and commanding officers, move from shipboard routine and training into hazardous operations; the narrative traces their developing friendship and seamanship through daily life aboard frigates and sloops, skirmishes with privateers, a capture at sea, and a daring harbor expedition to destroy an enemy frigate and disable an explosive threat, alternating intimate shipboard detail with action-driven episodes that emphasize courage, duty, and camaraderie.

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Molly Elliot Seawell

Molly Elliot Seawell was an American author known for her diverse contributions to literature, including novels, children's stories, and historical narratives. Her works often reflect her interest in American history and society, as seen in titles like "A Virginia Cavalier" and "Despotism and Democracy: A Study in Washington Society and Politics." Seawell's storytelling is characterized by rich character development and vivid settings, appealing to both young readers and adults. She also wrote engaging tales of adventure and the sea, such as "Quarterdeck and Fok'sle: Stories of the Sea." Through her varied body of work, Seawell has left a notable mark on American literary heritage.

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