Men-Of-War.

PATRICK O'BRIAN

Publication: Collins, 1974, London

First edition. Former owner's name on front paste-down sheet partially covered by the flap, else fine in colorful dust jacket lightly browned at the extremities. O'Brian's first book for young readers and his first non-fiction book. Tells in fascinating detail about the ships, their armament, the men who sailed them, what their life was like on-board, what they ate, what they wore, and how they found themselves at sea in the first place! Profusely illustrated.

Inventory Number: 8707