The Wooden World: Anatomy of the Georgian Navy

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About this book

Meticulously researched, Rodger's portrait draws the reader into this fascinatingly complex world with vivid, entertaining characters and full details of life below the decks. The Wooden World provides the most complete history of a navy at any age, and is sure to be an indispensable volume for all fans of Patrick O'Brian, English history, and naval history.

Publishers

  • Original publisher English: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

About the author & agent

Author
Nicholas A.M.Rodger
Jon Wood
Agent
Jon Wood

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