regshoe

Lord Hornblower, the final novel of the original run, and second-to-last in internal chronology. I can discuss why if you'd like, but just so you know, the discussion would mostly be spoilers.

Ah, OK—I'll see what I make of it when I get there, then...

Excellent, I shall look forward to more terribly significant attempted shoulder-pats :D And yes, the arguments about getting some rest and taking care of Hornblower were very good too!

It's a grab-bag of things, like any fandom.

That sounds like a very interesting range of interpretations! And a more likeable Hornblower in the TV show sounds potentially good—is it a decent adaptation, do you think?