"The Classic Source for More Than 15,000 Nautical Terms. Acknowledged Lexicon for Patrick O'Brian's Aubrey-Maturin Sea Stories."  A high quality facsimile. First issued in 1857, The Sailor's Lexicon remains the most comprehensive digest of nautical terms ever published and continues to be a critical reference for researchers and writers of non-fiction and fiction. It's also a great reference for those interested in the English language in general, as it includes historical examples and examples that show how words have evolved. Admiral William Henry Smyth [1788-1865] was a highly acclaimed surveyor in the Mediterranean. He was a fellow and president of the Royal Geographical Society. In 1858 he focused on his literary pursuits and assembled this book from a lifetime of collecting information. He completed the book but died before it was published. Hearst Books. A Division of Sterling Publishing Co., Inc. 2005. Hb, Dj. NEW. $65.00