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The Autobiography Of A Seaman (Volume Ii)

The Autobiography Of A Seaman (Volume Ii)

Tenth Earl of Dundoland, Thomas

Paperback

Military BiographiesGeneral ReferenceWorld War II

ISBN10: 9354487696
ISBN13: 9789354487699
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Mar 15 2021
Pages: 510
Weight: 2.58
Height: 1.03 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Daring frigate actions, political scandal and revolution overseas converge in the life story of one of Britain's most audacious sea commanders. Courage has a human voice. In The Autobiography of a Seaman (Volume II), Thomas, Tenth Earl of Dundonald continues his naval autobiography classic, describing royal navy life as the age of sail gives way to steam and empire. Written as a plainspoken maritime military memoir, it follows his career from the aftermath of the Napoleonic wars at sea into new theatres of conflict and controversy, told with the blunt energy that fascinated generations of naval history buffs. This volume ranges from Westminster intrigues to South American naval campaigns and beyond, capturing both the exhilaration and the cost of command. As a central figure of the 19th century Royal Navy and a restless champion of reform, Dundonald offers a unique window into British maritime history at a moment of global change. His exploits and misfortunes have long been recognised as touchstones for Patrick OBrian readers and for Horatio Hornblower fans who relish age of sail nonfiction rooted in real experience, making this an ideal gift for military history fans and a rewarding discovery for casual readers alike, and a natural choice for naval history buffs. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike.

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