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Patrick O'Brian Written by Rachel G (10/14/2008 11:22 a.m.) in consequence of the missive, Some suggestions, penned by Rae

I second the recommendation of Patrick O'Brian's splendid Aubrey-Maturin series of novels. O'Brian was very highly regarded for the accuracy of his research and the vividness of his storytelling. He was a great fan of Austen which shows in his work IMO; his novels are full of humour and ironic observation.

This is a very long series of 20 books which it is worth tackling in order. For those lacking stamina the first of the series, "Master and Commander", is set in 1800 and gives a great insight into naval life.

Thank you so much for posting all this naval information Rae - it is really adding to my enjoyment.

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Mrs Croft´s life on board MarianneR (10/14/2008 5:00 a.m.)

Life on board Rae (10/14/2008 7:09 a.m.)
- A first hand account of life for officers wives on board one of JulieW (10/14/2008 9:42 a.m.)
  - Captain Hotham & his oranges, Ann2 (10/14/2008 5:09 p.m.)
    - You see..... JulieW (10/15/2008 2:27 a.m.)
      - A case of IBJAISSBH then, eh? Ann2 (10/15/2008 5:31 a.m.)
    - I hope your copy... Rae (10/14/2008 5:36 p.m.)
      - Oh dear! Ann2 (10/15/2008 5:27 a.m.)
  - What a charming account! Thank you, Julie! *nfm* MarianneR (10/14/2008 10:37 a.m.)
  - Great stuff - I must get hold of it. Thanks, nfm Rachel G (10/14/2008 10:31 a.m.)
- Where did you get all this information from? MarianneR (10/14/2008 9:17 a.m.)
  - Some suggestions Rae (10/14/2008 10:01 a.m.)
    - In addition may I recommend JulieW (10/14/2008 11:48 a.m.)
      - This is why I love you all ;o) *nfm* MarianneR (10/15/2008 3:08 a.m.)
      - Thanks Julie...   Rae (10/14/2008 12:19 p.m.)
        
        Oh, I have the Roger book too....   JulieW (10/14/2008 12:55 p.m.)
        
        I am sure you do...   Rae (10/14/2008 1:01 p.m.)
        
        I'd like to ask...   Mandy N (10/14/2008 2:30 p.m.)
        
        Jane Austen and the navy   Rae (10/14/2008 4:48 p.m.)
        
        Thanks, an interesting review !   Mandy N (10/15/2008 1:24 a.m.)
        
        You might also want to take a look at   Joan Ellen (10/15/2008 7:16 p.m.)
        
        Sailor Brothers...   Mandy N (10/16/2008 5:44 a.m.)
        
        Wow, what a great source! Thank you! *nfm*   MarianneR (10/16/2008 2:52 a.m.)
    - Patrick O'Brian Rachel G (10/14/2008 11:22 a.m.)
      - The book you mentioned -   MarianneR (10/15/2008 3:00 a.m.)
        
        Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World   Shirley Rae (10/15/2008 3:13 a.m.)
        
        Thank you, sounds great, loved the film! *nfm*   MarianneR (10/15/2008 3:16 a.m.)
    - Thank you so much - MarianneR (10/14/2008 10:25 a.m.)
- Wow - Thanks, Rae! Line (10/14/2008 8:26 a.m.)
  - Agree, wonderful insights ! Mandy N (10/14/2008 4:23 p.m.)
    - North Sea Station Tessa (10/14/2008 6:20 p.m.)

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