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Roger Danes's adaptation of Patrick O'Brian's novel set in 1804 in England, India and at sea. Captain Jack Aubrey fights the Spanish and the French, but faces enemies at home.

1/3. Naval battles, political intrigue and
romantic rivalry are all to the fore in Patrick
O'Brian's novel, set in 1804-5 in England, India
and on the high seas. Captain Jack Aubrey
engages the Spanish at sea and the French on land
- but falls victim to enemies at home. Starring David Robb as
Aubrey.

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Wed 18 Aug 2010 14:15

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