Patrick O’Brian’s twenty-one-volume Aubrey/Maturin series has delighted generations of devoted fans, inspired a blockbuster film, and sold millions of copies in twenty-four languages. Scott talks about his perspective on the novels and how they have influenced him as a sailor.
The American Mariner owes a great debt to the English maritime industry and the royal navy. To begin understanding the influence I would suggest reading the Patrick O’Brian books. In this podcast, Scott discovers how a series of very well written books influenced his outlook on sailing and places. Tradition, sailing practices, and the detailed immersion during the age of sail translates into better sailing practices and a more nuanced view of life at sea today.
Patrick O'Brian: https://www.patrickobrian.com/
W. W. Norton & Company Publishing: https://wwnorton.com/author/obrianpatrick/patrick-obrian
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