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Harbors and High Seas

Map Book and Geographical Guide to the Aubrey/Maturin Novels of Patrick O'Brian
By etc. and Dean King
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Harbors and High Seas by Dean King is an exploratory journey through famous seaways, focusing on the allure and adventure of the high seas. The narrative weaves through maritime history, offering insights into the lives of sailors and their connections to various harbours. This book provides an immersive experience into the world of seafaring, making it perfect for those captivated by tales of oceanic exploits.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to epic tales set against the backdrop of the high seas, with historical and cultural travels that promise adventure and intrigue. It's ideal for readers who appreciate rich storytelling filled with maritime exploration and detailed descriptions of port cities.

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This guide to navigating Patrick O'Brian's well loved Aubrey-Maturin novels has been updated, with chapters devoted to the final books in the series. It contains maps created exclusively for each of the novels in this world-renowned series.

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A new edition of the classic companion to Patrick O'Brian's seafaring novels, updated to include the final novel in the series.

This indispensable guide to navigating the well-loved Aubrey-Maturin novels has been updated, with new chapters devoted to the final books in the series. Harbors and High Seas includes maps created exclusively for each of the novels in this world-renowned series.

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Harbors and High Seas by Dean King is praised for mapping and illustrating the oceans, ports, islands, and actions of the Aubrey-Maturin series. Reviewers highlight that it enhances the reading pleasure of O'Brian's tales, serving as a useful guide for fans of the series. It's described as an essential companion for those following the world travels of Aubrey and Maturin, offering geographical clarity and plot reminders.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780805066142

Publisher: Henry Holt & Company Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2000

Country: United States

Imprint: Henry Holt & Company Inc

Edition: 2nd Revised edition

Illustration: 43 b&w illustrations, 56 maps

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 187.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 578g

Pages: 288

About the Author

Dean King is the author of Patrick O'Brian: A Life Revealed (0-8050-5976-8) and Every Man Shall Do His Duty (0-8050-4609-7). He lives in Richmond, Virginia.

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