Horatio Hornblower

Yellow Fever

English · Nautical & Marine Fiction, Historical Fiction, Action & Adventure, Dramatic Readings

Horatio Hornblower follows the career of a British naval officer during the age of sail. Adapted from C. S. Forester’s novels, the stories center on Hornblower’s judgment, courage, and ambition as he faces the demands of command at sea.

Presented as radio drama, the series brings naval life to the listener through dialogue, narration, and sound effects that evoke ships, storms, and the pressures of duty. Its adventures combine action with the practical and personal challenges of leadership, from making decisions under fire to maintaining discipline among a crew.

The result is a stirring maritime adventure shaped by the traditions of historical fiction: tense encounters, hard choices, and a capable but sometimes uncertain hero learning what command requires.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.