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A vivid and detailed account of life aboard a British man-of-war during the age of sail. Drawing on personal experience and historical documents, the author paints a picture of a world both fascinating and brutal, where discipline and order are maintained through strict codes and frequent punishment. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in naval history or the realities of life at sea.
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