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Master and Commander

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Historical Fiction Fiction Classics

by "Patrick OBrian"

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4.10 (31.2K ratings)
calendar_today 1969
description 464 pages

Master and Commander by "Patrick OBrian" holds a highly rated rating of 4.10 out of 5, based on 31.2K reader ratings. First published in 1969. The book spans 464 pages.

About Master and Commander

As the Royal Navy takes part in the wars against Napoleonic France, young Jack Aubrey receives his first command, the small, old, and slow HMS Sophie. Accompanied by his eccentric new friend, the physician and naturalist Stephen Maturin, Aubrey does battle with the naval hierarchy, with his own tendency to make social blunders, and with the challenges of forging an effective crew -- before ultimately taking on enemy ships in a vivid, intricately detailed series of sea battles.

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Author "Patrick OBrian"
Published 1969
Pages 464
Genres Historical Fiction, Fiction, Classics
Average Rating 4.10 / 5.00
Total Ratings 31,215

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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31.2K ratings
With a rating of 4.10, Master and Commander is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.95, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

4.10
This Book
3.95
Historical Fiction Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Master and Commander?

Master and Commander is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.

Is Master and Commander worth reading?

Based on 31.2K reader ratings, Master and Commander has an average score of 4.10 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is Master and Commander?

Master and Commander has 464 pages.

Who wrote Master and Commander?

Master and Commander was written by "Patrick OBrian". It was first published in 1969.

What is the ISBN for Master and Commander?

The ISBN-13 for Master and Commander is 9780393307050.0.

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