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“Sailors, with their built in sense of order, service and discipline, should really be running the world.”

Quote by Nicholas Monsarrat

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Nicholas Monsarrat

Nicholas Monsarrat was an English novelist known for his works set in the context of the sea and war. His most famous novel, 'The Cruel Sea,' published in 1951, brought him widespread acclaim and numerous awards. His writing often explored the complexities of human nature and the harsh realities of war. more

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