Foreword bt Peter Weir. The twenty books in the Patrick O'Brian canon featuring the lives and adventures of Captain Jack Aubrey and his confidant; naval surgeon Stephen Maturin; have been lauded across the world for their blend of classic storytelling; historical accuracy; and inspired characterizations. In this book; respected naval historian Brian Lavery explores the historical framework of the O'Brian novels by examining the facts behind the grand narrative and putting the key episodes in context while detailing naval life in the era of Nelson and Napoleon. With well over a hundred illustrations; the book presents contemporary plans; drawings; engravings; maps; and photographs of museum artifacts that have inspired age-of-sail novelists and moviemakers. Introducing the book is a foreword by Peter Weir; director of the film based on O'Brian's Master and Commander and The Far Side of the World. Avid age-of-sail fans will not want to miss this colorfully detailed complement to the O'Brian series; now available in paperback. 120 illustrations.
#338437 in Books 2008-02-05 2008-02-05Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.00 x .75 x 5.50l; .56 #File Name: 1590200233288 pages
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Another big fanBy Austen loverI like Banished Children of Eve; so I thought I'd give this a try.This book is wonderful and every essay is better than the one before.He paints a realistic picture of Irish Americans in this country after the Famine and before Kennedy and reminds us of both their warts and their virutues. I've already convinced my sister to read this after me.Side note; my father was a Jimmy from NY (morningside heights then the bronx) so I could hear him talking on many pages.The only drawback to this book is that Mr. Quinn names other books as sources. So now; I have to spend more money. ;)Good job.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A beautifully written history about the Irish experience and their impact in NYC and the nation.By brianmcdonnellPeter Quinn is an excellent writer who has a depth of knowledge about the Irish-American experience; culture and their contribution to America. A must read for anyone who is interested in the story of how the Irish became the dominant political and economic force in NYC in spite of deep seated bias and discrimination.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Looking For Jimmy- great readBy fx ryanAs a Bronx Irish Catholic- I loved Looking for Jimmy. Beauty was you don't have to be a B.IC. to enjoy it. Terrific read
