http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/-t1.htm If you like HNF you probably like factual books about the same era. You can discuss them here Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:10:35 GMT 10 http://i87.servimg.com/u/f87/12/87/25/71/shipba10.gif http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/-t1.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/tudor-warships-t784.htm Astrodene Just came accross 2 books by Angus Konstam on Tudor Warships. Only in paperback but they look interesting. Tudor Warships (1): Henry VIII's Navy Tudor Warships (2) : Elizabeth I's Navy The Gunroom Sun, 05 Sep 2010 12:10:35 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/tudor-warships-t784.htm#2213 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/tudor-warships-t784.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/first-rate-the-greatest-warships-of-the-age-of-sail-t635.htm Astrodene First Rate: The Greatest Warships of the Age of Sail is available for pre-order. More info on the web site here]]> The Gunroom Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:47:04 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/first-rate-the-greatest-warships-of-the-age-of-sail-t635.htm#1708 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/first-rate-the-greatest-warships-of-the-age-of-sail-t635.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-four-days-battle-of-1666-t752.htm Astrodene Just came accross this book The Four Days' Battle of 1666: The Greatest Sea Fight of the Age of Sail by Frank L. Fox from a year ago. On 1 June 1666 a large but outnumbered English fleet engaged the Dutch off the mouth of the Thames in a colossal battle that was to involve nearly 200 ships and last four days. False intelligence had led the English to divide their fleet to meet a phantom threat from France and although the errant squadron rejoined on the final day of the battle, it was not enough ... The Gunroom Sun, 01 Aug 2010 15:49:11 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-four-days-battle-of-1666-t752.htm#2122 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-four-days-battle-of-1666-t752.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/george-washington-s-great-gamble-t614.htm Astrodene James L. Nelson's latest non-fiction work George Washington's Great Gamble: And the Sea Battle That Won the American Revolution is now available for pre-order, due out on the 1st June 2010. It can be ordered via the website here In the opening months of 1781, after six years of grinding war, General George Washington feared his army would fail to survive another campaign season. The spring and summer only served to reinforce his despair, but in late summer the changing circumstances of war presented ... The Gunroom Wed, 20 Jan 2010 15:04:48 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/george-washington-s-great-gamble-t614.htm#1597 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/george-washington-s-great-gamble-t614.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/seamanship-in-the-age-of-sail-t491.htm johnk Harland, John H. 1985. Seamanship in the Age of Sail: An Account of the Shiphandling of the Sailing Man-Of-War 1600-1860, Based on Contemporary Sources. Illustrated by Mark Myers. Naval Institute Press. http://www.amazon.com/Seamanship-Age-Sail-Man-War/dp/0870219553/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1253169740&sr=1-1&tag=astrodene-20 This is an amazing and also pretty expensive book. About $116 new currently and not much cheaper used. I bought it a couple ... The Gunroom Thu, 17 Sep 2009 07:40:19 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/seamanship-in-the-age-of-sail-t491.htm#1162 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/seamanship-in-the-age-of-sail-t491.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/john-barry-an-american-hero-in-the-age-of-sail-t712.htm conaghan A new biography, published May 2010. From the product description: "Barry saw his star rise during the War for Independence. As captain of the Lexington, Raleigh, and Alliance, Barry faced down broadsides, mutinies, and even a fleet of icebergs. He captured the first enemy warship taken by a Continental vessel and fought the last battle of the American Revolution. His hard-won victory over two British warships simultaneously garnered him international notoriety, while his skill ... The Gunroom Tue, 08 Jun 2010 12:38:45 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/john-barry-an-american-hero-in-the-age-of-sail-t712.htm#1963 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/john-barry-an-american-hero-in-the-age-of-sail-t712.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/a-brief-history-of-fighting-ships-david-davis-t704.htm Borrelpeff This is a book that does pretty much what it says on the cover. The ships are mentioned, sometimes in surprising detail and with the emphasis on first to third rates, along with the seamen's life and living conditions of the period. Major sea battles of the Revolutionary, and Napoleonic wars are also outlined, and comments made on the state of the relevant forces, and contemporary political views. In effect it is a potted history, but excellent as an introduction to the period or for background ... The Gunroom Thu, 27 May 2010 08:44:51 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/a-brief-history-of-fighting-ships-david-davis-t704.htm#1938 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/a-brief-history-of-fighting-ships-david-davis-t704.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/naval-evolutions-a-memoir-t696.htm Astrodene Those of you who read Fortune's Favorite: Sir Charles Douglas and the Breaking of the Line by Christopher J. Valin which was released last year will be interested to know that the original book by Maj.-Gen. Sir Howard Douglas Naval Evolutions: A Memoir last published in 1832 has now been reprinted and is available with an introduction by Valin. More info on the website here The Gunroom Mon, 17 May 2010 01:59:27 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/naval-evolutions-a-memoir-t696.htm#1907 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/naval-evolutions-a-memoir-t696.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-battle-of-quiberon-bay-1759-britain-s-other-trafalgar-t681.htm Astrodene There is a new book out next month by Nicholas Tracy which sounds quite interesting The Battle of Quiberon Bay 1759: Britain's Other Trafalgar, Hawke and the defeat of the French Invasion. More info on the web site here The Gunroom Sun, 25 Apr 2010 11:29:18 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-battle-of-quiberon-bay-1759-britain-s-other-trafalgar-t681.htm#1872 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-battle-of-quiberon-bay-1759-britain-s-other-trafalgar-t681.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/fortune-s-favorite-sir-charles-douglas-and-the-breaking-of-the-line-t563.htm Astrodene Just realised I didn't start a thread when this new book was released the other day Fortune's Favorite: Sir Charles Douglas and the Breaking of the Line by Christopher J. Valin When you think of the great heroes of the 18th Century Royal Navy, you would probably think of Horatio Nelson, possibly Sir Sidney Smith; but would the name Sir Charles Douglas spring to mind? If it doesn't-it should. Sir Charles Douglas played a pivotal role in many of the most important events of the late eighteenth ... The Gunroom Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:57:50 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/fortune-s-favorite-sir-charles-douglas-and-the-breaking-of-the-line-t563.htm#1394 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/fortune-s-favorite-sir-charles-douglas-and-the-breaking-of-the-line-t563.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/six-frigates-t651.htm conaghan Six Frigates: The Epic History of the Founding of the U.S. Navy by Ian W. Toll (2006). A well-researched history of naval history in the early years of the American republic, following the events surrounding the six frigates authorized by the U.S. Congress in 1794. The book follows the frigates (United States, President, Constellation, Congress, Constitution, and Chesapeake) from their construction through their actions in the Quasi-War, the Tripolitan War, and the War of 1812. Woven ... The Gunroom Sun, 14 Mar 2010 02:03:19 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/six-frigates-t651.htm#1770 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/six-frigates-t651.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/russian-warships-in-the-age-of-sail-1696-1860-t643.htm Astrodene There is a new book out in April (UK) and June (US) that seems to be exploring a new area Russian Warships in the Age of Sail 1696-1860: Design, Construction, Careers and Fates by John Tredrea and Eduard Sozaev. A bit expensive in the UK with an RRP of £50, although it is being heavily discounted on Amazon at the moment. More information on the web site here The Gunroom Sun, 28 Feb 2010 13:36:22 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/russian-warships-in-the-age-of-sail-1696-1860-t643.htm#1741 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/russian-warships-in-the-age-of-sail-1696-1860-t643.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-wooden-world-an-anatomy-of-the-georgian-navy-t633.htm conaghan The Wooden World: An Anatomy of the Georgian Navy by N.A.M. Rodger, first published by Williams Collins (1986), and in paperback by W.W. Norton (1996). A comprehensive study of the Royal Navy during the Seven Years' War. It is not a history of the war, but a complete analysis of life in the RN during that period. Chapters cover sea life, both at sea and ashore, shipboard life itself, victualling and health, ratings' careers, manning, discipline, and politics. Excellent scholarship, and ... The Gunroom Sun, 21 Feb 2010 14:58:35 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-wooden-world-an-anatomy-of-the-georgian-navy-t633.htm#1703 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-wooden-world-an-anatomy-of-the-georgian-navy-t633.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/novelist-and-storyteller-the-life-of-c-s-forester-by-john-forester-t632.htm Astrodene Came accross a reference to this interesting two volume biography of C. S. Forester by his son, privately published, limited to 250 copies in first edition, numbered, and autographed by the author. Containing previously unknown facts, this new two volume biography of C. S. Forester by his son, John Forester offers a fresh look at this prolific writer. Most may expect this telling of a writer's life by that writer's son to be a puff-piece but this unique effort may reflect more an honest evaluation ... The Gunroom Mon, 15 Feb 2010 14:33:01 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/novelist-and-storyteller-the-life-of-c-s-forester-by-john-forester-t632.htm#1692 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/novelist-and-storyteller-the-life-of-c-s-forester-by-john-forester-t632.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-adventures-of-john-wetherell-t630.htm Borrelpeff This is the diary of a British seaman, and as such probably has little place in a fiction forum. However the editor, C.S. Forester, makes it plain in his introduction that parts of the original three volume manuscript are not to be relied upon; apparently it contained a good deal of fiction, as well as later embroidery and occasional borrowings from contemporary newspaper reports. Wetherell was shipwrecked, and his current draft lost, many times, leaving him to rely on memory and a rather ... The Gunroom Fri, 12 Feb 2010 16:35:17 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-adventures-of-john-wetherell-t630.htm#1685 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-adventures-of-john-wetherell-t630.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-fighting-temeraire-sam-willis-t517.htm Astrodene There is a new book out about the career of the famous Temeraire. 'The Fighting Temeraire' by Sam Willis is the first in a three book series 'The Hearts of Oak Trilogy' which will include 'Admiral Benbow' and 'The Glorious First of June'. As the author says on his site sam-willis.com "The Hearts of Oak trilogy, will explore three of the most iconic and yet largely unexplored stories of the ‘Great Age of Sail’." The book is available from Amazon.co.uk and Amazon.com The Gunroom Fri, 16 Oct 2009 14:34:04 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-fighting-temeraire-sam-willis-t517.htm#1255 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-fighting-temeraire-sam-willis-t517.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/masters-of-the-sea-t602.htm Astrodene There is a new book out by Brian Lavery, available for purchase via the web site For four centuries, the Navy made Britain the most powerful nation on earth - the true ruler of the waves. But its impact goes way beyond battles on the high seas. This new book, a tie-in to a major BBC TV series presented by Dan Snow, is written by one of the nation's foremost naval historians, and tells the story of how the Royal Navy shaped the politics, culture and economy of Britain, leaving its imprint on ... The Gunroom Thu, 31 Dec 2009 12:53:04 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/masters-of-the-sea-t602.htm#1550 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/masters-of-the-sea-t602.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/a-mariner-of-england-by-william-richardson-t594.htm Astrodene Just came accross a reference to this book, originally published in 1908 A Mariner of England: An Account of the Career of William Richardson from Cabin Boy in the Merchant Service to Warrant Officer in the Royal Navy (1780 to 1819) as told by himself.. Original copies seem to be 'edited by' so it is presumably based on a manuscript found and published after his death. It was reprinted in 2000 so copies can be found. Based on the title sounds like it could be an interesting work The Gunroom Fri, 18 Dec 2009 22:04:33 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/a-mariner-of-england-by-william-richardson-t594.htm#1512 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/a-mariner-of-england-by-william-richardson-t594.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-frigate-surprise-t483.htm Borrelpeff Brian Lavery is an excellent historian and naval architect; were he to write a laundry list, it would be well worth the read, and this subject has clearly caught his imagination. The actual history of the ship is well documented, with numerous asides and short diversions that certainly fill in the gaps. There is also a section on the O'Brian ship, noting difference to the original. Lavery includes detailed crew lists, as well as crew history, and a lot of detail about the day to day organisation; ... The Gunroom Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:56:06 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-frigate-surprise-t483.htm#1131 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-frigate-surprise-t483.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/jean-boudriot-t556.htm pipester Le vaisseau de 74 canons. This 4 (oversize) volume work details every aspect of the construction, rigging and operation of a 74. I believe it is available in English, but I'm not sure. Look here to get an idea of this wonderful (if expensive) book:

http://www.ancre.fr/vaisso02-e.htm]]> The Gunroom Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:03:04 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/jean-boudriot-t556.htm#1362 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/jean-boudriot-t556.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/pepys-s-navy-wins-2009-samuel-pepys-award-t523.htm Astrodene Pepys's Navy: Ships, Men and Warfare 1649-1689 has won the 2009 Samuel Pepys Award.

Davies is the author of Gentleman Captain which I recently reviewed. Full story on the website]]> The Gunroom Tue, 20 Oct 2009 19:21:30 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/pepys-s-navy-wins-2009-samuel-pepys-award-t523.htm#1265 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/pepys-s-navy-wins-2009-samuel-pepys-award-t523.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/storm-conquest-by-stephen-taylor-t432.htm Astrodene I have just read this book which is variously subtitled The Battle for the Indian Ocean 1808-1810 or The Battle for the Indian Ocean 1809. I would think the former more accurate. The book gives a well researched insight into what was going on in the region of the Indian Ocean both at sea and ashore. How this area, effectively ruled by the East India company, was affected by the European governments and East india House is also explored. The early part of the book deals mainly with how ... The Gunroom Mon, 29 Jun 2009 14:49:46 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/storm-conquest-by-stephen-taylor-t432.htm#971 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/storm-conquest-by-stephen-taylor-t432.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-billy-ruffian-the-bellerophon-and-the-downfall-of-napoleon-t490.htm conaghan Not a new book (2004), but I just finished reading it last night. Unique in the sense that it is the biography of the ship instead of person - - from its launch in 1787 through the historic battles on the first of June, the Nile, and Trafalgar, and more. The chapters dealing with the time Napoleon spent on board before his exile were especially interesting. Some odd facts from this welll-written volume will stick in my brain for a long time, I think. In 1807, its captain undertook ... The Gunroom Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:55:06 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-billy-ruffian-the-bellerophon-and-the-downfall-of-napoleon-t490.htm#1147 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-billy-ruffian-the-bellerophon-and-the-downfall-of-napoleon-t490.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-sea-rover-s-practice-by-benerson-little-t457.htm conaghan Subtitled "Pirate Tactics and Techniques, 1630 - 1730". The author, a former USN SEAL, details the how-to actually involved in capturing sea-going vessels of the era. Taken from actual historical accounts, it reviews sailing tactics, seamanship skills, the role of small arms and big guns, and describes the use of ruse and deception, among other things. After reading this, one has a better appreciation of the challenges of single ship-on-ship battle, especially the importance of small ... The Gunroom Thu, 30 Jul 2009 10:41:52 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-sea-rover-s-practice-by-benerson-little-t457.htm#1053 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-sea-rover-s-practice-by-benerson-little-t457.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-restoration-warship-by-richard-endsor-t448.htm Astrodene The Restoration Warship: The Design, Construction and Career of a Third Rate of Charles II's Navy looks like an interesting book covering a different period. Full details on the website]]> The Gunroom Wed, 22 Jul 2009 11:10:19 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-restoration-warship-by-richard-endsor-t448.htm#1020 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-restoration-warship-by-richard-endsor-t448.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/defying-empire-thomas-m-truxes-t224.htm Astrodene 'Defying Empire: Trading with the Enemy in Colonial New York: This enthralling book is the first to uncover the story of New York City merchants who engaged in forbidden trade with the enemy before and during the Seven Years' War (also known as the French and Indian War). Ignoring British prohibitions designed to end North America's wartime trade with the French, New York's merchant elite conducted a thriving business in the French West Indies, insisting that their behaviour was protected by ... The Gunroom Tue, 20 Jan 2009 11:25:34 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/defying-empire-thomas-m-truxes-t224.htm#369 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/defying-empire-thomas-m-truxes-t224.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/george-washington-s-secret-navy-t216.htm Astrodene I have just finished reading this book by James L.Nelson about naval activities in the early days of the American War of Independence. It seemed to be very well researched and was an interesting read. Years ago when I read Kent's Bolitho novel Sloop of War I found it interesting because I did not really know much about American History and since then I have enjoyed books which shed some light on American naval activities. I found this book to be very educational about events surrounding ... The Gunroom Mon, 05 Jan 2009 02:05:49 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/george-washington-s-secret-navy-t216.htm#346 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/george-washington-s-secret-navy-t216.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/norrie-s-navigation-t372.htm Astrodene As you know I add non-fiction books to the website as well. I thought I might look at those books which get a mention as being used by the officers in various novels. The first that sprung to mind was Norrie's Navigation. Now you would think based on the number of times this is mentioned there would be a lot of copies but searching google it is hardly mentioned at all and is not for sale anywhere. Perhaps it has a more formal title or I'm missing something? Anyone come accross it? The Gunroom Sat, 02 May 2009 12:14:32 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/norrie-s-navigation-t372.htm#823 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/norrie-s-navigation-t372.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/books-on-books-t231.htm pipester Astrodene, I don't know if this post belongs in the Gunroom or not.... There are several books about the books we love to read. A few of them are listed below. I plan to add some comments about them individually as time and inclination permit and I would be very interested to know your thoughts. Bert Bender, Far Tortuga and American Sea Fiction Since Moby-Dick Bert Bender, Sea-Brothers: the Tradition of American Sea Fiction from Moby-Dick to the Present A.E. Cunningham (ed.), ... The Gunroom Wed, 28 Jan 2009 04:22:13 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/books-on-books-t231.htm#402 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/books-on-books-t231.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/trafalgar-by-tim-clayton-and-phil-craig-t302.htm Astrodene I have just finished reading Trafalgar: the men, the battle, the storm by Tim Clayton and Phil Craig[i]. My knowledge of Trafalgar was limited to popular culture and fictionalised accounts and it was good to read about it in more detail. It seems that the French ships were well trained in a tactic for boarding and twice were within a second of taking British ships (Victory among them) when fate intervened. But propably the most interesting part of the book was about the aftermath. The horrors ... The Gunroom Sun, 08 Mar 2009 12:45:59 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/trafalgar-by-tim-clayton-and-phil-craig-t302.htm#596 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/trafalgar-by-tim-clayton-and-phil-craig-t302.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/christopher-hibbert-t208.htm Borrelpeff I note from the Times that Christopher Hibbert has died. He was an excellent historian who gave a good deal of background to the subject; I would class him as a latter-day Bryant. http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/comment/obituaries/article5408055.ece It is a truism, but fact can be stranger (and more interesting) than fiction; probably one of the reasons that so much HNF is based of actual events. Has anyone else any historians they particularly enjoy reading? The Gunroom Mon, 29 Dec 2008 10:37:36 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/christopher-hibbert-t208.htm#305 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/christopher-hibbert-t208.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/colin-white-t215.htm Borrelpeff

Edit by Astrodene: Moved to dedicated thread as about new individual]]> The Gunroom Thu, 01 Jan 2009 10:09:03 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/colin-white-t215.htm#337 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/colin-white-t215.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/admirals-by-andrew-lambert-t184.htm Astrodene Admirals: the Naval Commanders who Made Britain Great is a new factual book which covers some of the lesser known admirals (it does cover some from the WWI/II period). A review by the Telegraph can be found Here It is available for purchase from Amazon Here The Gunroom Sat, 29 Nov 2008 11:07:27 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/admirals-by-andrew-lambert-t184.htm#236 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/admirals-by-andrew-lambert-t184.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/logs-of-the-great-sea-fights-1794-1805-t166.htm Astrodene Just spotted a reference to this book "Logs of the Great Sea Fights, 1794-1805 By Thomas Sturges Jackson Published by - Printed for the Navy Records Society, 1900 Original from Harvard University Digitized Aug 8, 2007" Subject: Howe, Richard Howe, Earl, 1726-1799; Camperdown, Battle of, 1797; Nile, Battle of the, 1798; Copenhagen, Battle of, 1801; Trafalgar, Battle of, 1805; Cape Saint Vincent, Battle of, 1797; Great Britain -- History, Naval 18th century; Great Britain -- ... The Gunroom Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:39:22 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/logs-of-the-great-sea-fights-1794-1805-t166.htm#214 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/logs-of-the-great-sea-fights-1794-1805-t166.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/st-vincent-and-camperdown-by-christopher-lloyd-t164.htm Borrelpeff I'm currently trying to get a copy of the above. Does anyone know how much is devoted to Camperdown? (as so little is!). Alternatively a good Bio of Duncan, or the battle would be welcome. The Gunroom Thu, 06 Nov 2008 10:28:53 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/st-vincent-and-camperdown-by-christopher-lloyd-t164.htm#209 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/st-vincent-and-camperdown-by-christopher-lloyd-t164.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-line-upon-a-wind-t165.htm Astrodene
The Line Upon a Wind: An Intimate History of the Last and Greatest War Fought at Sea Under Sail, 1793-1815 by Noel Mostert]]> The Gunroom Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:10:11 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-line-upon-a-wind-t165.htm#212 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-line-upon-a-wind-t165.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/admiral-sir-edward-edward-belcher-and-others-t162.htm Astrodene see his fiction thread for more interesting information about Sir Edward. Books The Sailor's Word : A Complete Dictionary of Nautical Terms from the Napoleonic and Victorian Navies by William Henry Smyth, Edward Belcher (Editor) The Last of the Arctic Voyages: Being a Narrative of the Expedition in H. M. S. Assistance, Under the Command of Captian Sir Edward Belcher, C. B., in Search of Sir John Franklin, During the Years 1852-53-54 By Edward Belcher, John Richardson, Richard Owen, ... The Gunroom Tue, 04 Nov 2008 23:01:34 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/admiral-sir-edward-edward-belcher-and-others-t162.htm#206 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/admiral-sir-edward-edward-belcher-and-others-t162.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/glorious-victory-admiral-duncan-and-the-battle-of-camperdown-t150.htm Borrelpeff Duncan shares the fate of so many great leaders of the period, in being almost eclipsed by the bright light and to some extent self promotion of Nelson. This is reflected in the relatively few books devoted to him or the action, when compared with the plethora that focus on other events during the Revolutionary war. Duncan was clearly a charismatic character however; at a time when Britain was reeling from two major mutinies, he had the strength of character to dispel a similar uprising in ... The Gunroom Mon, 27 Oct 2008 13:29:35 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/glorious-victory-admiral-duncan-and-the-battle-of-camperdown-t150.htm#189 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/glorious-victory-admiral-duncan-and-the-battle-of-camperdown-t150.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/jewish-pirates-of-the-caribbean-by-ed-kritzler-t155.htm Astrodene Not really Naval fiction as it's about pirates but this new factual book by Ed Kritzler is now being advertised for advanced order by the bookshops. 'Jewish Pirates of the Caribbean: How a Generation of Swashbuckling Jews Carved Out an Empire in the New World in Their Quest for Treasure, Religious Freedom and Revenge.' Apparently these were Sephardic Jews who after being kicked out of Spain in 1492 headed for the New World. Sounds like it might be an interesting read. If you are ... The Gunroom Thu, 30 Oct 2008 23:27:19 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/jewish-pirates-of-the-caribbean-by-ed-kritzler-t155.htm#196 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/jewish-pirates-of-the-caribbean-by-ed-kritzler-t155.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/life-aboard-british-privateer-in-the-time-of-queen-anne-t100.htm Borrelpeff
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=160287416313&ssPageName=ADME:B:SS:GB:1123]]> The Gunroom Sat, 27 Sep 2008 07:54:26 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/life-aboard-british-privateer-in-the-time-of-queen-anne-t100.htm#125 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/life-aboard-british-privateer-in-the-time-of-queen-anne-t100.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/life-in-nelson-s-navy-t98.htm Astrodene 'Life in Nelson's Navy ISBN 978-1-86176-034-0 by Dudley Pope. Quite a good companion to go with the fiction novels if you want more detail on the life The Gunroom Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:24:20 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/life-in-nelson-s-navy-t98.htm#120 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/life-in-nelson-s-navy-t98.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/ship-5000-years-of-maritime-adventure-t97.htm Astrodene Another present I got was 'Ship 5,000 Years of Maritime Adventure' ISBN 1-4053-1154-1. Full of detail about naval and maritime history through the ages. Very good. The Gunroom Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:15:20 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/ship-5000-years-of-maritime-adventure-t97.htm#119 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/ship-5000-years-of-maritime-adventure-t97.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-guinness-book-of-naval-blunders-t96.htm Astrodene Got 'The Guinness Book of Naval Blunders' ISBN 0 -85112-713-4 as a present. Includes the steam era as well. Quite enjoyed reading this one The Gunroom Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:11:49 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-guinness-book-of-naval-blunders-t96.htm#118 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-guinness-book-of-naval-blunders-t96.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/history-of-the-royal-navy-t95.htm Astrodene I got 'History of the Royal Navy' ISBN0-75256-698-9 as a present. Not bad but at 95 pages with lots of pictures seemed a bit short to me. Also getting a bit out of date now. The Gunroom Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:09:24 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/history-of-the-royal-navy-t95.htm#117 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/history-of-the-royal-navy-t95.htm http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-naval-war-of-1812-t91.htm Astrodene A Book I enjoyed reading recently was 'The Naval War of 1812' (ISBN 1-84067-360-5). I'd had some insights into this war through various HFN books but didn't really know that much about it. This book filled in the gaps and it was the first time I'd heard about the naval activities on the Great Lakes. If you don't know much about this war it's well worth reading. The Gunroom Tue, 23 Sep 2008 17:12:41 GMT http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-naval-war-of-1812-t91.htm#111 http://www.historicnavalfiction.net/the-gunroom-f20/the-naval-war-of-1812-t91.htm