Jack Aubrey commands : an historical companion to the naval world of Patrick O'Brian /
In this new work, respected naval historian Lavery explores the historical framework of the O'Brian novels by examining the facts behind the grand narrative and putting the key episodes in context while detailing naval life in the era of Nelson and Napoleon. 100+ illustrations.
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Annapolis, MD :
Naval Institute Press,
[2003]
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Table of Contents:
- Naval fact and naval fiction
- The world of the seaman
- The ships
- Officers
- The lower deck
- Techniques
- Life at sea
- Enemies and allies
- The navy in action
- The experience of war.