Men-Of-War

A companion to O'Brian's sea novels, this concise, historical overview offers a straightforward explanation of what daily life was like in Admiral Horatio Nelson's navy. Including wonderful anecdotal material on the battles and commanders that established Britain's naval supremacy, the meticulously researched text provides an unparalleled insight into life during wartime in the Napoleonic era, and offers an evocative companion to the world of Jack Aubrey and Stephen Maturin.