Men-of-War: Life in Nelson's Navy

by Patrick O'Brian Narrated by Ronald Pickup

Overview

Out of print for many years, this is a brand new edition of the definitive companion to the acclaimed Aubrey-Maturin series of novels, written by the author himself.

What was daily life in Nelson's navy really like, for everyone from the captain down to the rawest recruit? What did they eat? What songs did they sing? What was the schedule of watches? How were the officers and crew paid, and what was the division of prize-money?

These questions and many more are answered in Patrick O'Brian's elegant narrative, which includes wonderful anecdotal material on the battles and commanders that established Britain's naval supremacy.

The meticulously researched text provides an unparalleled insight into life during wartime in the Napoleonic era, and offers a wonderfully evocative companion to the world of Jack Aubrey and Stephen Maturin.

Patrick O'Brian's MEN-OF-WAR is a bestseller that transports readers to the heart of the Georgian era's maritime wars. This historical fiction is a riveting exploration of life in Europe from 1714-1837, filled with action, adventure, and meticulously researched details.

For fans of Tom Holland (Dynasty), and Simon Scarrow (The Honour of Rome).

Editorial Reviews

Library Journal

O'Brian, author of the Aubrey/Maturin sea novels (e.g., The Commodore, Norton, 1995), has compiled this 96-page collection of facts on Lord Nelson's navy. The author describes the ships, guns, crew's life, and songs of the sailors. Most of this information can be found elsewhere and none of it will be new to dedicated naval buffs. Readers of the novels of Dudley Pope, C.S. Forester, and O'Brian who are interested in the difference in armament between frigates and men-of-war or the daily rations of sailors in Nelson's time may find this of value. At $23, it would seem suitable for libraries with strong collections in naval history.-Stanley Itkin, Hillside P.L., New Hyde Park, N.Y.

From the Publisher

‘The greatest historical novelist of all time’ The Times

‘There is nothing in this century which rival Patrick O’Brian’s achievement. His novels embrace with loving clarity the full richness of the 18th-century world’ Amanda Foreman

‘…full of the energy that comes from a writer having struck a vein… Patrick O’Brian is unquestionably the Homer of the Napoleonic wars.’
James Hamilton- Paterson

‘In a highly competitive field … a real first-rater.’
Mary Renault

Product Details

BN ID:	2940160322278
Publisher:	HarperCollins UK
Publication date:	10/17/2019
Edition description:	Unabridged

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