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Cochrane
Paperback / softback
Main Details
| Title |
Cochrane
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Donald Thomas
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| Series | W&N Military |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:384 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 196,Width 128 |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780304356591
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| Classifications | Dewey:359.331092 |
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| Illustrations |
10
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Orion Publishing Co
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| Imprint |
Cassell Military
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| Publication Date |
14 June 2001 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
The life of Thomas, Lord Cochrane, later 10th Earl of Dundonald, was more extraordinary than that of Nelson, more far fetched than that of Hornblower or Patrick O'Brien's Jack Aubrey. Born the son of an eccentric and indigent Scottish peer, he entered the Royal Navy in 1793. In a series of outstanding and heroic actions, often against seemingly overwhelming odds, he made his name fighting Napoleon's navy as one of the most dashing and daring frigate captains of his day, before embarking on a career as a mercenary admiral.
Author Biography
Donald Thomas is an author of historical fiction and non-fiction. He is also a poet and a university teacher. He lives in Bath.
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