Nicholas Monsarrat
English author and sailor, wrote 'The Cruel Sea'
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Thinkers & Philosophers
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United Kingdom
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An English author and sailor, contributed significantly to literature and naval fiction. Served in the Royal Navy during World War II, which inspired writings that reflected experiences at sea. Gained recognition for the novel 'The Cruel Sea', detailing the Battle of the Atlantic and life aboard a Royal Navy corvette. The book was adapted into a successful film in 1953, further popularizing the narrative. Other works included 'The Tribe that Lost its Head' and 'The Golden Eagle'. An advocate for naval history, writings combined personal experiences with fictional storytelling.
Wrote 'The Cruel Sea'
Served in the Royal Navy
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