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Patrick O'Brian's 20-volume epic of naval tales echoing the work of such master writers as Joseph Conrad, Herman Melville, and Jane Austen brings to life the exploits of the British navy during the Napoleonic Wars. From the excitement of the chases, storms, and battles to the authenticity of language, humor, and the wealth of detail down to the last button and turn of phrase old and new readers will share the exciting adventure of O'Brian's early-nineteenth-century world.
Master and Commander, the book that started it all, establishes the enduring friendship between Captain Jack Aubrey determined man of action and Stephen Maturin ship's surgeon and intelligence agent. Here begins the faultless rendering of life aboard a man-of-war that is the hallmark of this engaging and celebrated series. Every subsequent book is "funny, exciting, and informative" (The New Yorker) and discloses a new and sometimes surprising dimension of Aubrey and Maturin's unique friendship.
Please look over scan for it's condition. It's still in decent shape and has been read. As to whether it comes from a smoke free or pet free home, I do not know. I picked this book up from a donation box that was giving away free books. There's no GIN option as I want this to be a fun and fair auction for everyone. As always, free shipping within the USA.