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Post Captain (Aubrey/Maturin, #2)

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Historical Fiction Fiction Classics

by "Patrick OBrian"

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4.29 (7.7K ratings)
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description 527 pages

Post Captain by "Patrick OBrian" holds a highly rated rating of 4.29 out of 5, based on 7.7K reader ratings. First published in 1972. The book spans 527 pages.

About Post Captain

Master and Commander raised almost dangerously high expectations Post Captain triumphantly surpasses them a brilliant book Mary Renault. The best historical novels ever written- New York Times

Detail Value
Author "Patrick OBrian"
Published 1972
Pages 527
Genres Historical Fiction, Fiction, Classics
Average Rating 4.29 / 5.00
Total Ratings 7,714

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.3
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7.7K ratings
With a rating of 4.29, Post Captain is rated above the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.95, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

4.29
This Book
3.95
Historical Fiction Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is Post Captain?

Post Captain is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.

Is Post Captain worth reading?

Based on 7.7K reader ratings, Post Captain has an average score of 4.29 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is Post Captain?

Post Captain has 527 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.

Who wrote Post Captain?

Post Captain was written by "Patrick OBrian". It was first published in 1972.

What is the ISBN for Post Captain?

The ISBN-13 for Post Captain is 9780006499170.0.

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