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Desolation Island (Aubrey/Maturin Novels, 5) (Book 5),Used
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The relationship [between Aubrey and Maturin]...is about the best thing afloat....For Conradian power of description and sheer excitement there is nothing in naval fiction to beat the stern chase as the outgunned Leopard staggers through mountain waves in icy latitudes to escape the Dutch seventyfour.'Stephen Vaughan, Observer Commissioned to rescue Governor Bligh of Bounty fame, Captain Jack Aubrey and his friend and surgeon Stephen Maturin sail the Leopard to Australia with a hold full of convicts. Among them is a beautiful and dangerous spyand a treacherous disease that decimates the crew. With a Dutch manofwar to windward, the undermanned, outgunned Leopard sails for her life into the freezing waters of the Antarctic, where, in mountain seas, the Dutchman closes...
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- Q: What is the genre of 'Desolation Island'? A: 'Desolation Island' is categorized as a historical novel, part of the Aubrey/Maturin series.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Desolation Island'? A: The author of 'Desolation Island' is Patrick O'Brian.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: 'Desolation Island' has a total of 336 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Desolation Island' is available in new condition.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Desolation Island' is a hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Desolation Island' published? A: 'Desolation Island' was published on November 17, 1994.
- Q: Is 'Desolation Island' the first edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the first edition of 'Desolation Island'.
- Q: What is the main plot of 'Desolation Island'? A: In 'Desolation Island', Captain Jack Aubrey and his friend Stephen Maturin sail to Australia to rescue Governor Bligh, facing treachery and disease along the way.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Desolation Island'? A: 'Desolation Island' explores themes of friendship, adventure, and survival in harsh maritime conditions.
- Q: Are there any notable characters in 'Desolation Island'? A: Yes, notable characters include Captain Jack Aubrey and his friend, surgeon Stephen Maturin.