Master and Commander

Aubrey-Maturin Series, Book 1

De: Patrick O'Brian

Narrado por: Ric Jerrom

Master and Commander is the first of Patrick O’Brian’s now famous Aubrey-Maturin novels, regarded by many as the greatest series of historical novels ever written. It establishes the friendship between Captain Jack Aubrey RN and Stephen Maturin, who becomes his secretive ship’s surgeon and an intelligence agent. It displays the qualities which have put O’Brian far ahead of any of his competitors: his depiction of the detail of life aboard an early 19th century man-of-war, of weapons, food, conversation and ambience, of the landscape and of the sea. O’Brian’s portrayal of each of these is faultless and the sense of period throughout is acute. His power of characterisation is above all masterly. Ric Jerrom reads this classic sea story from Patrick O’Brien.

©2014 Audible, Inc.; 1970 The Estate of the late Patrick O’Brien CBE

HMS Sophie

Superb seafaring story. Want to know more of Patrick O'Brian's work, loved Master & Commander.

Dr Terence Dwyer

This series of novels is one of the greatest glories of English literature. Its portrayal of the interaction between the man of action and the man of philosophy and science and their interactions with women, superiors, subordinates and Nature transcends by far any superficial characterisation as genre literature.

The reading by Mr Jerrom is brilliant as he retains each voice in character throughout the novels.

I stand in awe of the combined artistic accomplishment.

The Beginning of an Incredible Series...

I made a mistaking buying this audiobook. I wanted the version narrated by Simon Vance. So I was shocked when Ric Jerrom started reading the story to me. Initially, I was disappointed at my error but now I consider it a real stroke of luck. Simon Vance is a brilliant voice artist for sure, but Ric Jerrom give this tale (of sharp historical insight and high seas adventure) a more theatrical performance and it is a very nice contrast to Vance's reading (while is also brilliant). The story itself is in turn funny, insightful, vivid, and utterly gripping in its description of the (two) culminating conflicts. It is also the beginning of one of the greatest series every written. I had no particular interest in the great battle ships of the 1700s and 1800s, but after being exposed to Mr O'Brian's story I consider myself completely fascinated. (AUDIBLE 20 REVIEW SWEEPSTAKES ENTRY.)

A great classic!

A strong reading.
Obviously, the writing is brilliant, especially when it comes nautical descriptions and terms. (The history seems accurate, he certainly draws on historical characters and incidents.)

Incredible!

Most entertaining and interesting piece of great literature. Enjoyable from beginning to end.
How i wish they made more movies based in these type of literature.