This is the background to the first novel Patrick O'Brian ever wrote about the sea, a precursor to the acclaimed Aubrey/Maturin series that shares the excitement and rich humor of those books. The protagonist is Peter Palafox, son of a poor Irish parson, who signs on as a midshipman, never before having seen a ship. Together with his lifelong friend Sean, Peter sets out to seek his fortune, embarking upon a journey of danger, disappointment, foreign lands, and excitement. Here is a tale certain to please not only admirers of O'Brian's work but also any reader with an adventurous soul. |
Author: Patrick O'Brian Title: The Golden Ocean Series: The Golden Ocean First Published by: Rupert Hart-Davis Place: Format: HC Date: 1956 ISBN-10: 0006497942 ISBN-13: 9780006497943 |
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