Mammoth Book of Men O'War : Stories from the Glory Days of Sail

by Jon E. Lewis and Mike Ashley

Book Overview

For those whose hearts belong to the sea, this collection of 18 tales by the best-loved writers of seafaring stories will allow readers to vicariously experience the heroic feats of captains and... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1841190608
• ISBN13: 9781841190600
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Robinson Publishing
• Length: 496 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Treasure Trove of Seagoing Tales

From the late 18th century to the American Civil War this book covers the glory days of sea going warfare and adventures. Rare treats from old favorites and stories from some of the greatest authors of Maritime adventures make this book a must read for all lovers of historically based maritime fiction. The book also provides a handy guide to the authors' other books at the end to provide the reader who just couldn't get enough of the action the information to continue following the exploits of some of the characters. These storys are some of the best short stories I have had the pleasure of reading. Mr. Ashley has truly chosen some jems for publication in this book.

A vivid collection of sea stories written by the masters

This terrific collection of short stories is a nautical gem. Each short story is alive with thundering cannon, snapping sails, crackling sea battles, splintered mizzenmasts and foaming waves. Each adventure is rich with characters and packed with unique information about life in the age of sail. A few lofty stories in this massive anthology rise above the others, Hornblower in a curious and dangerous adventure with stranded French sailors, Drinkwater coming to the rescue and with an introduction by the grand master himself, Alexander Kent. A worthy assembly of tales for those that follow the wake of adventure on the high seas. Check it out.