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From the lens Master and Commander: The Aubrey-Maturin Series by Patrick O'Brian.

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  • BLC Mar 1, 2012 @ 9:34 pm | delete
    Hoping to find websites with more information regarding determining first editions of this series, and maybe some of the differences between US editions and UK editions.
  • Mac33 Mar 4, 2012 @ 4:55 pm | delete
    The only US edition difference I know of is that book 15 in the series was titled "The Truelove" in the US and "Clarissa Oakes" in other countries.

    I don't have any info on first editions. Check The Patrick O'Brian Compendium and The Gunroom. They're both excellent sites for O'Brian fans and may have what you're looking for.
  • Hobgoblin Feb 29, 2012 @ 3:56 pm | delete
    I have read all of these books umpteen times (once I reach the end of the series I start again at the beginning) and enjoy them every single time. Cool lens.
  • AaronSquid Jan 31, 2012 @ 4:39 am | delete
    I read these stories a few years ago and I agree, they are some of the best historical fiction around. I'll definitely be reading them (all) again.
  • Wes Dixon Sep 30, 2011 @ 4:44 am | delete
    This is by far the best site for basic information on the most wonderful high adventure series ever. I guess hat means I'll have to join Squidoo now...OK
  • cdevries Jul 12, 2011 @ 1:06 pm | delete
    Great Lens! I love the books. Have you run across this fun book? Lobscouse & Spotted Dog: Which It's the Gastronomic Companion to the Aubrey/Maturin Novels. A couple fans decided to cook all the recipes from O'Brian's books... even the rats! Fascinating. Squid Angel blessed.
  • Mac33 Jul 13, 2011 @ 11:41 am | delete
    Thanks! Aye, I've heard of the "Lobscouse & Spotted Dog" book but never read it. There are many interesting dishes mentioned in the series.
  • ellagis Jul 7, 2011 @ 4:37 pm | delete
    Actually I was not a big fan, since when a dear friend of mine started calling me "Stephen Maturin".... so I had to find out if it was something good or not!!!! :)
  • TopMovieSoundtracks Feb 12, 2011 @ 11:18 pm | delete
    Love the books and movie.
  • MamaBelle Jan 15, 2011 @ 8:04 am | delete
    Half way through my first Patrick O'Brian book, great read, I am already a fan.
    Glad I found your lense.
  • Mac33 Jan 15, 2011 @ 9:56 am | delete
    Enjoy!
  • Seth Newman Dec 21, 2010 @ 12:54 pm | delete
    I'm going through them for the second time in a row and don't know how I'll ever stop. These are the best novels I've ever read.
  • Mac33 Dec 21, 2010 @ 7:11 pm | delete
    Totally agree. I haven't started reading it a second time yet but did listen to "Master and Commander" on audio book after I finished reading the series. Funny thing about that was hearing how many of the old naval terms I mispronounced when I read it.
  • ChrisDay Dec 6, 2010 @ 3:57 am | delete
    great books and the inspiration taken from Thomas Cochrane's real-life story - I've lensrolled to my 'Unsung heroes' lens.
  • BarbaraCasey Oct 30, 2010 @ 6:54 pm | delete
    The only novels I've ever read more than once. The characters are delicious.
  • Tiflopondikas Dec 14, 2008 @ 3:12 pm | delete
    I must be one of the original addicts - I read them all, pretty much as they were published. I am also a fan of Thomas Cochrane, Earl of Dundonald, on whose exploits many of Aubrey's are based. (Likewise Hornblower, of course). Tom Muir
  • BFuniv.com May 10, 2008 @ 2:58 pm | delete
    Exciting and informative books so far, I still have several to read.
  • Crystal_Booth Apr 20, 2007 @ 7:59 pm | delete
    Wonderful lens here! Thanks for joining the Favorite Authors and Novels Group. Hope to see you in the members area! ~ Crystal

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