With this book, Patrick O'Brian took a giant leap forward in popularity in Britain as well as across the Atlantic. In this novel, Aubrey gets to command a squadron and the scenes of battles are typical O'Brian: extremely well researched and documented, while remaining action packed. Some have found that the writing in this novel is particularly reminiscent of Jane Austen. More turns and surprises. Superb copy of the first edition; price clipped; no markings; no name of previous owner.

Maritime; Modern First