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"The Hundred Days" is a historical naval novel written by British author Patrick O'Brian, published in 1998. It is the nineteenth installment in the Aubrey-Maturin series, which follows the careers of Royal Navy Captain Jack Aubrey and his shipmate, physician and intelligence agent Stephen Maturin. The narrative is set during the Hundred Days period, spanning Napoleon's return from exile on Elba to the Battle of Waterloo. The novel is intended for readers of historical fiction who value detailed depictions of early 19th-century naval warfare.
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What is The Hundred Days in the Aubrey-Maturin series?
The Hundred Days is the nineteenth installment in Patrick O'Brian's Aubrey-Maturin series. It follows Royal Navy Captain Jack Aubrey and his shipmate Stephen Maturin.
Who are the main characters in The Hundred Days?
Jack Aubrey is the Royal Navy captain at the center of the series, while Stephen Maturin is his physician and intelligence-agent companion. Their partnership remains the main human focus of the 1998 naval novel.
When was The Hundred Days published?
Patrick O'Brian published The Hundred Days in 1998. The book continues the historical naval adventures of Aubrey and Maturin in the Napoleonic-era world of the series.
Why is the title The Hundred Days historically significant?
The title refers to the historical period known as the Hundred Days, when Napoleon returned to power before his final defeat. The novel uses that historical backdrop for its Royal Navy story.
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