[Rose in RoseBear]

Lotsa history here, Master Dwarf ... what we consider to be the Napoleanic Wars were very different on water. Some of the accompaning books have maps; others, like this one, are full of history and fascinating trivia.

Someone once said that the Napoleanic Wars were the last gasp of the "pre-humanist" age. The barbarity and ignorance of the era --- and the nobility and capability --- are equally showcased. The science is atrocious, but the music is delightful. I'm frankly addicted to the historical period, and the Master and Commander books really illustrate the times in a way the more rigid Hornblower cannot.

[Corin Stormhands]

Thanks Rose.

I figger if I can read about 5 books a day for the rest of my life I can get caught up...