The Fortune of War Free Audiobook Download by Patrick O'brian
World War Two was one of the most difficult times in history. With so many people involved and so much death, it's hard to imagine how anyone could have survived when they found themselves at the bottom of a pile of dead bodies. For some, it was luck that got them through. For others, it was skillful planning and fortune. The Fortune of War by Patrick O'Brian is a fictional story about two friends during World War Two fighting for England as well as for their families back home in London as well as for their future wives.
'Patrick Tull' is the narrator of this audiobook. He has a really soothing voice with a mix of American and British accents that makes this feel like a real story. This book is about how war shaped the world and its culture, but it also provides insights on how to make sense of modern day conflicts.
The Fortune of War is a historical story that follows the lives of four men and their families. The story begins with the Battle of La Hogue where Prince John Henry is killed on the battlefield. The fortune of war has changed three times in this novel, as it follows life before, during and after the battle.
Patrick O'Brian is widely considered one of the greatest authors of historical novels. This audiobook is a narrative of the Battle of Cape St. Vincent during the Napoleonic Wars. It is an emotional, interesting biography that details the life of Jack Aubrey, a British naval captain and intelligence officer who executes major operations in search for the French fleet.
In Patrick O'Brian's The Fortune of War, Jack Aubrey is a British naval officer and naturalist who has made a name for himself with the rescue of Captain Stephen Maturin from imprisonment in France. There are many reasons why this book was written so well, but one reason is because O'Brian has an eye for detail. He goes into great detail about how life aboard a ship would have been like in the Napoleonic Wars and also goes into detail with how various ships would have looked when compared to other ships in their day.
If you have been struggling to get out of your routine and into a new one, this book is perfect for you. The book is all about how the world can be at war but it's not necessary. If you think like this, the Fortune of War is all about how to create and maintain peace, or at least make the most of what's currently going on.
Published Date | 2003-12-19 |
Duration | 13 hours 13 minutes |
Author | Patrick O'brian |
Narrated | Patrick Tull |
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Abridged | No |
Is It Free? | 30-days Free |
Category | Fiction & Literature |
Parent Category | Historical Fiction |