| Title | The golden ocean |
|---|---|
| Author | Patrick O'Brian |
| Publication | Harper Collins |
| Size | 285p |
| Language | ENG |
| ISBN | 9780006497943 |
| Topics |
English fiction--Historical Seafaring life--Fiction Naval operations--History--Fiction |
| Notes | Young Peter Palafox, the son of a humble Irish shepherd, has made the firm decision to embark on an adventure on board the Centurion as a cadet. Two years at sea will provide Peter with an extraordinary wealth of experience about life at sea and sailing techniques, but also about discipline, friendship and the secrets of human behavior. |