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The Frigate: The Complete Story Of The Ship Made Famous In The Novels Of Patrick O'Brian
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The Design, Construction, And Careersin History And In Fictionof Jack Aubreys Favorite Command. There Is No More Famous A Vessel In Naval Fiction Than Hms Surprise, The Principal Ship In Patrick Obrians Muchcelebrated Aubreymaturin Series Of Novels. Yet, This 28Gun Frigate Also Had An Eventful Real Career Serving In Both The French And Then The Royal Navies. It Was Captured From The French In 1796 And Took Part In The Famous Cuttingout Action On The Frigate Hms Hermione, Which The Spanish Had Taken After A Savage Mutiny. In 1802, After The Peace Of Amiens, Hms Surprise Was Decommissioned And Delivered Into The Fictional Captaincy Of Jack Aubrey.This Sumptuous New Volume Narrates The Career Of Hms Surprise In Both Her Historical And Her Fictional Roles And Presents An Allembracing Construction And Fitting History. In Addition To Historical Illustrations, Maps, Artifacts, And Photographs, Thirtyfive Paintings, Some Specially Commissioned, Have Been Contributed By Geoff Hunt, Whose Art Graces The Covers Of Patrick Obrians Aubreymaturin Novels. Fifty Line Plans Have Been Drawn By The Marine Draftsman Karl Heinz Marquardt.50 Color; 70 Black & White Drawings; Maps
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures eleven point four two inches in length, zero point eight inches in width, and twelve point one inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains one hundred forty-four pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book features a hardcover binding for durability.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Geoff Hunt.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the Naval genre.
- Q: How do I read this book? A: You can read this book by simply opening it and following the chapters from start to finish.
- Q: Is this book suitable for children? A: Yes, this book can be suitable for older children interested in naval history but is primarily targeted at adults.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of naval history, construction, and the fictional narrative of the HMS Surprise.
- Q: Can I use this book for educational purposes? A: Yes, this book can be used for educational purposes related to naval history and literature.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book upright on a shelf in a cool, dry place to prevent damage.
- Q: Is this book printed in color? A: Yes, the book includes fifty color illustrations along with seventy black and white drawings.
- Q: How do I clean the book if it gets dirty? A: To clean the book, gently wipe the cover with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid using liquids.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange.
- Q: Is there a warranty for this book? A: Typically, books do not come with a warranty, but check with the seller for specific return policies.
- Q: Can I find more books by the same author? A: Yes, you can find more books by Geoff Hunt, especially those related to naval themes.