P. J. VAN DER VOORT: The Pen and the Quarter-Deck. A study of the Life and Works of Capt Frederick Chaumier, R.N.
Narratives with a military historical theme, which run their courses at sea, have an especial fascination for a large number of readers. Presumably the inherent reason for this stems from a longing for adventure and the element of suspense which distinguishes works of this nature.
Main Author: | Jan Ploeger |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | Afrikaans |
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Stellenbosch University
2012-02-01
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Series: | Scientia Militaria |
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Online Access: | http://scientiamilitaria.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/939 |
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