A Sea of Words, Third Edition: A Lexicon and Companion to the Complete Seafaring Tales of Patrick O'Brian |  | Authors: Dean King, John B. Hattendorf, J. Worth Estes
Publisher: Holt Paperbacks
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ISBN: 0805066152
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Publication Date: October 1, 2000
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This comprehensive lexicon provides definitions of nautical terms, historical entries describing the people and political events that shaped the period, and detailed explanations of the scientific, medical, and biblical references that appear in the novels.
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 Excellent addition to your O'Brian collection June 20, 2009
Seattle Boater
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
All the words and phrases to fully understand the meaning behind the words of O'Brian. Also insight into the world of the Royal Navy in Aubrey's time including the ships and the surgeon's life. I highly recommend this book!
 Valuable reference, could use more contextual quotes September 30, 2008
Todd Stockslager (Raleigh, NC)
Second Edition.
A valuable companion for O'Brian's books that would be even better if included more contextual quotes or explanations of how O'Brian used some of the terms in the books.
Pair this with Harbors and High Seas, 3rd Edition : An Atlas and Geographical Guide to the Complete Aubrey-Maturin Novels of Patrick O'Brian, Third Edition on your reference shelf if you are a real fan.
An Excellent Companion Volume For The Series September 20, 2008
John D. Himebaugh (Taft, CA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Covering all of the arcane terms and characters from the age of Napoleonic Fighting Sail, this book makes an excellent companion for the Aubrey/Maturin series by Patrick O'Brian. From an "Able Seaman" to a "Younker", "a Sea Of Words" covers the terms needed to understand this lost age. A vital reference for any arm-chair Admiral.
Unless you are an expert in the subject of square-rigged sailing ships, this book should be purchased along with the first book of the series "Master and Commander" and remain at one's side. It will serve the reader in good stead throughout the entire series.
A Sea of Words July 14, 2008
Mr. R. Cartwright (Melbourne, Australia)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
An excellent book, I found all the words I could not find in other nautical terms compilations, well described too!
A Sea of Words, Third Edition: A Lexicon and Compa... is May 28, 2008
Stephen A. Stomps (Auburn, NY)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Sea of Words, Third Edition is the essential companion to the completed set of Aubrey-Maturin sea tales by Patrick O'Brian. You can't find these words in other dictionaries.
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