About this episode

The episode discusses Jack Aubrey's new orders and the challenges he faces as Commodore, along with a reunion with familiar characters.

We arrive at the Cape of Good Hope, receive Jack's true orders, and witness the immediate elevation—and corresponding pressure—that comes with the new post of Commodore Aubrey. Meanwhile there's a surprise reunion with a couple of old Jack Aubrey followers, and a protestant parrot.

Topics covered

• naval history
• Patrick O'Brian
• literature
• adventure
• character development

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