The Settlers in Canada

Captain Frederick Marryat (1792–1848) was a British Royal Navy officer, novelist, and an early pioneer in the sea-story genre of literature. Born on July 10, 1792, Marryat's naval career began at a young age, inspired by the opportunity for adventure on the high seas. In his lifetime, he gained much recognition both as a naval officer and as a writer. Marryat's experiences aboard ships provided a ...