Bosun's call

"Describes the author's hilarious experiences during his time spent on the lower deck in the Royal Navy; starting as a Boy Seaman, he slowly makes his uncertain way towards his goal of acting sub Lieutenant. Covering the years between 1949 and 1956, we experience a country still on wartime rationing, low pay, strict discipline and a time of general drabness. Yet despite this, most young people were filled with optimism brought beautifully to life in this tale of eccentric and colourful characters serving on both the lower deck and in the wardroom."--Provided by the publisher.