O'Brian, Patrick
The Nutmeg of Consolation
- ISBN 13:
- 9780006499299
- author:
- O'Brian, Patrick
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- HarperCollins Publishers Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1997
- Pages:
- 320
- Genre:
- Historical fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 3 working days
Description
The Nutmeg of Consolation by Patrick O'Brian is a gripping tale of survival and adventure. Stranded on an uninhabited island in the Dutch East Indies, Jack Aubrey and Stephen Maturin find themselves at the mercy of ferocious Malay pirates.
After escaping their initial predicament, they embark on a perilous night chase through angry waters, where their wits and seamanship are put to the ultimate test.
This thrilling pacey read is the 10th edition of Patrick O'Brian's acclaimed series, published in 1997 by HarperCollins. With its breakneck pace and rich historical detail, The Nutmeg of Consolation is a compelling read for fans of action, adventure, and historical fiction.
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