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A Sea of Words
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This comprehensive lexicon provides definitions of nautical terms, historical entries describing the people and political events that shaped the period, and detailed explanations of the scientific, medical, and biblical references that appear in the novels of Patrick O'Brian.
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A new edition of the classic companion to Patrick O'Brian's sea loving novels, updated to include the final novel in the series. This comprehensive lexicon provides definitions of nautical terms, historical entries describing the people and political events that shaped the period, and detailed explanations of the scientific, medical, and biblical references that appear in the novels.
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A Sea of Words by Dean King is praised as a valuable resource for understanding the intricacies of naval terminology and life in Britain's Royal Navy during the age of sail. Reviewers highlight its usefulness in navigating the detailed world depicted in Patrick O'Brian's novels, calling it both a charming and essential guide.
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ISBN: 9780805066159
Publisher: Henry Holt & Company Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 October 2000
Country: United States
Imprint: Henry Holt & Company Inc
Illustration: 62 b&w illustrations, 3 maps
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 30.0mm
Width: 146.0mm
Height: 217.0mm
Weight: 414g
Pages: 512
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About the Author
John B. Hattenborf is a professor of maritime history at the United States Naval War College. J. Worth Estes, Ph.D., is a professor of pharmacology at Boston University and a specialist in eighteenth- and nineteenth-century maritime medicine.
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