The Letter of Marque
About this book
In The Letter of Marque, Jack is once again aboard his beloved Surprise but stripped of his post captaincy for a crime he did not commit. Bought by Stephen, the Surprise has become a privateer. Sailing into French waters, the two concoct a desperate mission which, if successful, may redeem Aubrey from his state of disgrace. A nighttime battle with an unusual climax, a jewel of great value and Stephen's fondness for opium make this segment of O'Brian's masterful series both original and profoundly exciting.
Reader Profile
4.4/5 · 129 readers · 288 pages · ≈ 5 h 20 m · Moderate
How long does it take to read The Letter of Marque?
About ≈ 5 h 20 m — 288 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The Letter of Marque?
288 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The Letter of Marque?
It sits on the Sea Stories, History, Fiction shelves.
Is The Letter of Marque in the public domain?
No — it is still under copyright.
Where does The Letter of Marque take place?
It is set in Great Britain during 19th century.
Who wrote The Letter of Marque?
Patrick O'Brian (1914–2000).