Hornblower During the Crisis Quotes

“he had often regretted having spoken but had never regretted remaining silent.”
― C.S. Forester, Hornblower During the Crisis

“French nobleman who had given Hornblower fencing lessons had spoken of the coup des deux veuves, the reckless attack that made two widows — here was an example of it.”
― C.S. Forester, Hornblower During the Crisis