Cochrane the Dauntless

Name: Cochrane the Dauntless
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9780747585459
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The Life and Adventures of Thomas Cochrane, 1775-1860

By David Cordingly

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Cochrane the Dauntless by David Cordingly recounts the thrilling life of Thomas Cochrane, the bold naval officer whose daring exploits inspired literary heroes such as those created by Patrick O'Brian, C.S. Forester, and Captain Marryat. Cordingly presents a vivid narrative drawn from original research and personal travels, portraying Cochrane as a flawed yet heroic figure who left an indelible mark on his era.
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This book is ideal for readers interested in naval history, biography, and action-packed tales of historic figures, as well as fans of maritime fiction who seek the true stories behind their favourite characters.

The real Master and Commander 'There is no man I envy so much as Lord Cochrane' Lord Byron

The brilliantly told life of the real naval hero on whom Patrick O'Brian's Jack Aubrey, C.S. Forester's Horatio Hornblower and Captain Marryat's Frank Mildmay were all basedPreviously unpublished papers reveal the real-life Dr Stephen Maturin and the poignant story of Cochrane's wife's love affairCochrane has the same high production values as Billy Ruffian, including maps, black and white pictures throughout and three 8-page colour inserts

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Patrick O' Brian, C.S. Forester and Captain Marryat all based their literary heroes on Thomas Cochrane, but Cochrane's exploits were far more daring and exciting than those of his fictional counterparts.

He was a man of action, whose bold and impulsive nature meant he was often his own worst enemy. Writing with gripping narrative skill and drawing on his own travels and original research, Cordingly tells the rip-roaring story of a flawed Romantic hero who helped define his age.

Cochrane the Dauntless by David Cordingly brings to life the thrilling adventures of this historical figure, capturing the essence of a man whose real-life heroism rivalled any fictional tale.

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Praised as 'The real Master and Commander' by the Sunday Telegraph, this biography is celebrated for Cordingly's brilliance as a historian. The Daily Telegraph applauds his narrative skill, while the Washington Post highlights the intrigue and satisfaction for O'Brian fans in comparing Cochrane to Aubrey.

The Sunday Times remarks that Cochrane’s naval adventures across Chile, Peru, and Brazil rank among the most remarkable in history, deserving recognition alongside figures like Francis Drake.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780747585459

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 July 2008

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Illustration: Illustrations (some col.), maps, ports. (some col.)

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 448

Collections

Biography & Memoir David Cordingly Education & Reference European History History & Archaeology History & Military Non-Fiction Political Biographies

About the Author

David Cordingly was Keeper of Pictures and Head of Exhibitions at the National Maritime Museum for twelve years, where he organised such exhibitions as 'Captain James Cook, Navigator', 'The Mutiny on the Bounty' and 'Pirates: Fact and Fiction'. His other books include Life among the Pirates, Heroines and Harlots and the highly praised Billy Ruffian.