William James's Naval History is one of the most valuable works in the English language on the operation of the Royal Navy during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars. James corresponded widely with the survivors of the events he describes. By carefully evaluating and balancing conflicting reports and testimonies; he achieved an accuracy often lacking in later studies. The original five volumes were published in 1822 to 1824; with a six-volume edition appearing in 1826. Previously; the work has been available only to scholars through specialist libraries. This new hardcover edition; with an introduction by the noted naval historian Andrew Lambert as well as an index for each volume; provides both scholars and maritime enthusiasts an accessible and affordable edition of this important work. Illustrated with charts; diagrams; and images; the work remains an essential source for all those who are interested in the operation of the Royal Navy in this period.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Excellent Cozy Hardbound Buddhism ReferenceBy The Masked ReviewerFrom Abhayagiri to Zendo; a great way to find dictionary-style definitions and explanations of Buddhist terms quickly and easily. Charles S. Prebish is a good compiler and author. Very complete bibliography. Suitable quick reference tool for academics. The hardcover edition is a sturdy way to enjoy this handy reference.There are other far more inclusive dictionaries out there; but for a handy nice hardcover volume to keep by the reading chair this is worth the money for Buddhism students and practitioners; especially for a beginning reader of the sutras and issues of Buddhism. You will find that more than one dictionary is typically needed anyway. For a more inclusive buddhist dictionary; you might also consider Christmas Humpries Popular Dictionary of Buddhism or the Oxford Dictionary of Buddhism (roughly titled).
