“Touch and away, Jack?’ asked Stephen. ‘Touch and away? Do you not recall that I have important business there? Enquiries of the very first interest?’ To do with our enterprise? To do with this voyage?’ Perhaps not quite directly.”
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Blue at the Mizzen (Vol. Book 20) (Aubrey/Maturin Novels)
This book is the 20th volume in the Aubrey/Maturin series, which follows the exploits of a Royal Navy officer and a naval surgeon during the Napoleonic Wars. The story delves into the personal and professional lives of the characters, highlighting their camaraderie and the challenges they face at sea. more
Author
Patrick O'Brian
British novelist known for his historical novel series 'The Aubrey-Maturin Series,' which is set against the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars and tells the story of the British Royal Navy. O'Brian's writing style is meticulous, with a precise grasp of historical details, and he is highly regarded by readers. more
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