Patrick o brian in antiquarian and collectable books for sale ebay. What are some other deluxe book publishers similar to folio. Use the search box below to browse items published by the folio society. The books are now available in hardcover, paperback, and ebook format. Master and commander by patrick obrian, first edition abebooks.
Please use the blue links in the returned items to view a particular item via the folio ref number or search further for the given author, title or illustrator. Patrick obrian, cbe 12 december 1914 2 january 2000, born richard patrick russ, was an english novelist and translator, best known for his aubreymaturin series of sea novels set in the royal navy. Ive been out of this area of publishing for a while so id have to do as much research on this as anyone else but i have a few clues to offer. The excitement of the aubreymaturin series soars to new heights in this volume, as jack, again the daring frigate commander of old, stakes all on a desperate solo night raid against the might of the. The mauritius command patrick obrian folio society 2009. The patrick obrian aubreymaturin series post captain, 2nd book in series unknown binding january 1, 2008 5. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Readalikes for patrick obrian if you like patrick obrian. Dean king is an awardwinning author, well established authority on nautical literature and history and on patrick obrian. The making of the novelist which is the first volume in a twopart biography of obrian using material from their families sources. Obrian is best known for his jack aubreystephen maturin series that spanned 21 novels and was adapted into the. Shop the latest titles by patrick o brian at alibris including hardcovers, paperbacks, 1st editions, and audiobooks from thousands of sellers worldwide.
A resurgence of his childhood insecurities and uncertainties allowed obrian to be near crushed in spirit by this unaccustomed attention and in some respects opprobrium. Patrick obrian books list of books by author patrick obrian. Fine in dark blue cloth covered boards with gilt text stamping on the spine with minor dust. Published by penguin books ltd 27071972 1972 isbn 10. Fine in dark blue cloth covered boards with gilt text stamping on the spine with minor dust staining to the top edge of the text block. Beautifully illustrated hardcover books folio society. He translated many works from french into english, among them the novels and. As this is a folio society forum, it would be natural to also deal in books. Jan 01, 20 buy the hundred days folio society edition by patrick obrian isbn. Why patrick obrian is jane austen at sea books the guardian. It establishes the friendship between captain jack aubrey rn and stephen maturin, who becomes his secretive ships surgeon and an intelligence agent. The making of the novelist which is the first volume in a twopart biography of obrian using material from their families sources which his stepson inherited.
Why patrick obrian is jane austen at sea books the. Patrick obrian, born richard patrick russ in 1914 in buckinghamshire, england, was wellknown for his series of novels set in the royal navy during the napoleonic wars. Collection of 20 patrick obrian folio society books inc the. Dean king is an awardwinning author, well established authority on nautical literature and history and on patrick o brian. Patrick obrian signed books for sale in stock ebay. He writes about the sea and ships with a power no other author now commands. Beautifully crafted, imaginative editions of the worlds great works of fiction and nonfiction, folio society books offer a rich literary experience to readers of all ages. Hailed as the irish author of the greatest historical novels ever writtenthe 20 swashbuckling napoleonicera adventures starring captain jack aubrey and stephen maturin patrick o brian was not such a great guy. Besides the aubreymaturin books, he also wrote a few standalone novels and short story collections. The patrick obrian aubreymaturin series the mauritius command, 4th book in series on. To all this he adds a breadth of learning and an imaginative sympathy with his period that never gets in the way of these first two qualities cunningham, 24. They publish illustrated editions of classics of fiction and non fiction. Book 10 aubreymaturin novels by obrian, patrick and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Patrick obrian 19142000 was an english novelist best known for his acclaimed aubreymaturin series of historical novels.
How the folio society designs incredibly beautiful books. Patrick obrian, richard patrick russ, british novelist and biographer born dec. I liked the o brian books best but both the others were fantastic also. Buy master and commander book online at the folio society from the. Buy blue at the mizzen folio society edition by obrian, patrick isbn. Published in series with charles van sandwyks bestselling how to see fairies, mr rabbits symphony of nature and other tails is a new folio society treasury of poems and stories, all beautifully illustrated. Master and commander is the first book of the twentynovel series, begun in 19. What to read after the aubreymaturin series by patrick o.
The folio society is a ukbased publisher of hardbacks only and their books are beautiful. Collection of 20 patrick obrian folio society books inc. Business is carrying on as usual at ardis books, in spite of coronavirus. The excitement of the aubreymaturin series soars to new heights in this volume, as jack, again the daring frigate commander of old, stakes all on a desperate solo night raid against the might of the spanish viceroy in peru.
Clarissa oakes folio society edition by patrick obrian. Patrick obrian, cbe 12 december 1914 2 january 2000, born richard patrick russ, was an english novelist and translator, best known for his aubreymaturin series of sea novels set in the royal navy during the napoleonic wars, and centred on the friendship of the english naval captain jack aubrey and the irishcatalan physician stephen. Beautifully crafted, imaginative editions of the worlds great works of fiction and nonfiction. Set in the royal navy during the napoleonic wars, obrians 20book series centers. He lived for many years in south west france and he died in dublin in january 20. Well, theres this publisher that goes above and beyond when it comes to making. Lot of 3 patrick obrian books aubreymaturin series. Folio society publishes arguably the highest quality and most beautiful books. A magnificent collection of clothbound binding novels aubreymaturin series in 20 vols by patrick obrian the napoleonic wars have never been brought more. He is the author of the acclaimed aubreymaturin tales and the biographer of joseph banks and picasso.
It values aesthetic beauty and visual storytelling like no other. See more ideas about patrick obrian, o brian and novels. Obrian, including retribution, and the brotherhood, and more on. As someone else mentioned, once you buy one of their books, it is impossible to stop. An octavo measuring 9 by 6 with the erratum slip laidin at the front of the book. Readalikes for patrick obrian if you like patrick o.
Well, theres this publisher that goes above and beyond when it comes to making desirable books. I liked the obrian books best but both the others were fantastic also. What to read after the aubreymaturin series by patrick o brian. The second is by his stepson, nikolai tolstoy and is known as patrick obrian. Patrick o brian, born richard patrick russ in 1914 in buckinghamshire, england, was wellknown for his series of novels set in the royal navy during the napoleonic wars among his honors was the award of commander of the british empire c. I am pleased that fs produced this large series for. Shop the latest titles by patrick obrian at alibris including hardcovers, paperbacks, 1st editions, and audiobooks from thousands of sellers worldwide. This organisation is half publisher, half book club as it has members and was founded in 1947 on the principle that books should be beautiful to the eye as well as captivating to the mind. Buy the yellow admiral folio society edition by patrick o brian isbn. Standing like an island amid the sea of cheap mass produced paperbacks and formulaic new releases from the latest bright young things is the folio society. Master and commander by patrick obrian, first edition. Hailed as the irish author of the greatest historical novels ever writtenthe 20 swashbuckling napoleonicera adventures starring captain jack aubrey and stephen maturin.
Master and commander is the first of patrick obrians now famous aubreymaturin novels, set during the napoleonic wars, regarded by many as the greatest series of historical novels ever written. Patrick obrian books list of books by author patrick o. Patrick o brian is the author of the acclaimed aubreymaturin tales and the biographer of joseph banks and picasso. O brian uses this longer voyage to segway into a social experiment of the effect of women a woman in an environment normally totally devoid of their presence. The patrick o brian aubreymaturin series the mauritius command, 4th book in series on. Master and commander is the first of patrick o brian s now famous aubreymaturin novels, set during the napoleonic wars, regarded by many as the greatest series of historical novels ever written. To read patrick obrian is to experience life at sea in the days of. Return to the patrick o brian compendium home page. Patrick obrian makes tidy profit on ebay uk folio society devotees. Books by patrick obrian author of master and commander.
Along the way, i picked up on obrians aubreymaturin books and eventually i went back to the older hornblower series by forrester. Book 10 aubreymaturin novels by o brian, patrick and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. A lexicon and companion to patrick o brian s seafaring tales. To all this he adds a breadth of learning and an imaginative sympathy with his period that. Patrick obrian was one of our greatest contemporary novelists. The folio society occupies a unique place in the book publishing market, and has done so since it was first founded in london in 1947. Patrick obrian makes tidy profit on ebay uk folio society.
Jul 27, 2016 ive been out of this area of publishing for a while so id have to do as much research on this as anyone else but i have a few clues to offer. Being finished with them though led me to try several other similar type series books and i finally found one that i would recommend. Obrian uses this longer voyage to segway into a social experiment of the effect of women a woman in an environment normally totally devoid of their presence. Patrick obrians acclaimed aubreymaturin series of historical novels has been described as a masterpiece david mamet, new york times, addictively readable patrick t. The case of the novelist patrick obrian, who has died in dublin aged 85, is extraordinary in every way. For sale is a folio society books please note the postage prices as stated in advance from delivered anywhere in uk. Its 45 years since the us publication of master and commander by patrick obrian, the first in what would become his 20. Nov 28, 2014 obrian is never heavyhanded with his research. Make offer 7 patrick obrian books from the aubreymaturin series mixed lot. It is a nautical series similar to the hornblower and aubreymaturin books written by an american auther, dewey lambdin. Published in series with charles van sandwyks bestselling how to see fairies, mr rabbits symphony of nature and other tails is a new folio society treasury of poems and stories, all beautifully illustrated and elaborately decorated. As a purely online business we are able to continue to trade safely, and royal mail is still collecting from the.
Obrian is best known for his jack aubreystephen maturin series that spanned 21 novels and was adapted into the motion picture master and commander. A complete set of 20 folio society aubreymaturin novels. Patrick obrian is the author of the acclaimed aubreymaturin tales and the biographer of joseph banks and picasso. Patrick obrian was indeed a great author and novelist who will be remembered through history. Jan 08, 2000 the case of the novelist patrick o brian, who has died in dublin aged 85, is extraordinary in every way. The film was nominated for ten oscars, including best picture. What are some other deluxe book publishers similar to. Caesar by patrick obrian and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. I have more than 20 and they cost me a small fortune especially if i think about having gone to instead. Note this is library information, not a list of our stock. Folio society books for sale in uk view 58 bargains. Founded in london in 1947, the folio society publishes carefully crafted editions of the worlds finest literature. See more ideas about patrick o brian, o brian and novels. I wasnt aware that some of these books were going for a premium on the second hand market.
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