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Book description harpercollins publishers ltd 09021989, 1989. Patrick obrian changed his name after after the world wars. Vintage folio society books for sale, including classics, history and more. To read patrick o brian is to experience life at sea in the days of thrilling encounters with algerian quartergalleys.
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