Tag Archives: Patrick O’Brian

QUAERITUR: Can I eat insect parts on Fridays?

Posted on 15 February 2013 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Since the topic came up elsewhere, I thought it a good idea to revive this question from a reader and repost it:
From a reader:
Do insect products count as meat products, and therefore prohibited on Fridays and other days of abstinence. … Continue reading →

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Sort of Sunday Supper…. sort of… and a fun blog suggestion

Posted on 28 October 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

You may remember that I have posted about cooking some ancient and medieval dishes.
Today I discovered a blog dedicate to ancient cooking with a delightful name: Pass The Garum.
Garum, of course, is the ancient equivalent of ketchup.  It is the … Continue reading →

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Dr. Maturin on Jesuits

Posted on 8 May 2012 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

As most of you readers know, I am fond of Patrick O’Brian’s Aubrey/Maturin series.
In Reverse of the Medal (the 11th ) we find some comments about Jesuits and their schools.  Keep in mind that Dr. Maturin, a master of invective, is speaking … Continue reading →

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Smoking Bishop and a Cat named Jeoffry

Posted on 2 December 2011 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

A reader alerted me to this wonderful bit of lore on the blog Spitalfields Life.   Enjoy this with a glass of negus, which it’s something Preserved Killick will know about.
Nowadays, we may celebrate Christmas with a glass or four of … Continue reading →

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On the preparation of Christmas Pudding: advice sought

Posted on 16 November 2011 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

Since Stir-Up Sunday is upon us and it is time to make the Christmas Pudding, I thought consult in advance with some of you who have experience.  I made one last year, of course.  It was wonderful.  I shared it … Continue reading →

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Exhibit on the historical inspiration for Capt. Jack Aubrey!

Posted on 8 October 2011 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

This is for your Just Too Cool folder. BBC reports:
Admiral Cochrane artefacts go on display for first time
The life of an admiral who inspired the character Jack Aubrey, portrayed in the film Master and Commander, is to form an … Continue reading →

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Archbp. Nichols of Westminster is now a free man!

Posted on 12 September 2011 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

This is rather cool.
The Diocese of Westminster has on its site the news that the Archbishop of Westminster received the Freedom of the City of London.
The Most Reverend Vincent Nichols, Archbishop of Westminster has received the Freedom of the City … Continue reading →

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Holy Mass “free of time or geography”

Posted on 13 July 2011 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

In Patrick O’Brian’s The Fortune of War Capt. Jack Aubrey and Dr. Stephen Maturin are prisoners of war in Boston.
At one point, Stephen goes to Sunday Mass, though he is running a bit late!
He hurried into his clothes, but even … Continue reading →

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What does the gowk really say?

Posted on 6 July 2011 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

A scene from The Fortune of War (6th in the series), which includes the wonderful word “gowk”.
At this time our friends Capt. Aubrey, Dr. Maturin and some of the crew from HMS Leopard are on their way back to England … Continue reading →

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Fr. Z in Portsmouth

Posted on 14 February 2008 by Fr. John Zuhlsdorf

I am presently visiting a priest friend at Sacred Heart in Fareham, near Portsmouth.  Yesterday went to the historical harbor, where we were able to visit Lord Nelson’s famous flagship HMS Victory.  I am a great fan of books about … Continue reading →

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