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Tars: Life in the Royal Navy during the Seven Years War

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Tars: Life in the Royal Navy during the Seven Years War
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Tim Clayton
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:400
Dimensions(mm): Height 197,Width 136
Category/GenreMilitary history
ISBN/Barcode 9780340898031
ClassificationsDewey:359.00941
Audience
General
Illustrations 2 x 8pp colour sections and b/w integrated illustrations

Publishing Details

Publisher Hodder & Stoughton
Imprint Hodder Paperback
Publication Date 12 June 2008
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

TARS is a gripping firsthand account of life in the Royal Navy at its bloodiest and most temptestuous phase, beginning in 1758. Through the lives of the main protagonists - a small band of sailors from across the ranks - TRAFALGAR author Tim Clayton paints a vivid picture of the navy and the era, from close-quarter battles and roistering on the streets of London to the political decisions that built up and knocked down empires. In this death-or-glory era the navy became the main weapon of an aggressive and power-hungry government, and fighting at sea was carried out at ever-closer quarters and with ever-increasing amounts of firepower. Using never-before published first-person sources, TARS takes us through these men's daily struggles as Britain navigated her course on the political map.

Author Biography

Tim Clayton has written extensively on nineteenth and twentieth-century cultural history.

Reviews

'engaging and original, Tars is an impressive book that deserves a wide readership.' -- International Journal of Maritime History 'Ideal for fans of Patrick O'Brien' -- Bookseller 'Excellent ... comprehensively researched, vividly written and judiciously argued. Wonderfully detailed pen portraits ... Much new material from French and Spanish sources gives a rounded picture ... it is this perspective from both sides of the battle that makes the book so compelling.' -- Saul David, Daily Telegraph on TRAFALGAR 'A landmark book.' -- Observer on TRAFALGAR 'Vivid and compelling ... an account of significant importance.' -- Naval Review on TRAFALGAR