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Tag Archives: Patrick O’Brian
ASK FATHER: Of different shades of rose, madder, and debauchery
“Real priests wear rosacea!” QUAERITUR: Elsewhere someone asked if there are proper shades of rose, rosacea, for Roman vestments just as there are different shades of violet or purple for Advent and for Lent. Some say that a bluer purple should … Read More
“Pius later sent rosaries to all the Catholic tars on ‘Old Ironsides’”
In my other day job I am the captain of HMS Surprise. Therefore I took note of something I read about Bl. Pius IX and USS Constitution. You will recall from your reading of The Fortune of War that Jack and Stephen were aboard … Read More
Posted in O'Brian Tags, Preserved Killick
Tagged George Weigel, HMS Surprise, Jesuits, Patrick O'Brian, USS Constitution
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“One of the great papist characters in modern fiction”
At the UK’s best Catholic weekly, the Catholic Herald, there is a fun piece about books I often mention here, the Aubrey/Maturin series by Patrick O’Brian, who would be 100 years old this year. Which I would that he had … Read More
Posted in O'Brian Tags, Preserved Killick
Tagged Aubrey/Maturin, Catholic Herald, Patrick O'Brian, Stephen Maturin
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My view for a while
And so we begin another trip. New author, too! I wonder if he will hold even a candle to Patrick O’Brian. I hope he ain’t a slubberdegullion or a blatteroon. UPDATE: Time for the next leg. This is starting out … Read More
Posted in Blatteroons, O'Brian Tags, On the road, Slubberdegullions
Tagged on the road, Patrick O'Brian, Royal Navy
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QUAERITUR: Can I eat insect parts on Fridays?
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 … Read More
Sort of Sunday Supper…. sort of… and a fun blog suggestion
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 … Read More
Posted in "How To..." - Practical Notes, Fr. Z's Kitchen, Linking Back, O'Brian Tags
Tagged Apicius, colatura, cooking, garum, Patrick O'Brian
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Dr. Maturin on Jesuits
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 … Read More
Posted in Just Too Cool, Lighter fare, O'Brian Tags
Tagged Aubrey/Maturin, Clement XIV, Jesuits, Patrick O'Brian
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Smoking Bishop and a Cat named Jeoffry
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 … Read More
On the preparation of Christmas Pudding: advice sought
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 … Read More
Posted in Fr. Z's Kitchen, Lighter fare, O'Brian Tags
Tagged Christmas Pudding, kitchen, mixed spice, Patrick O'Brian, pumpkin pie, Stir Up Sunday
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Exhibit on the historical inspiration for Capt. Jack Aubrey!
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 … Read More
Posted in Crackit Gaberlunzie, Just Too Cool, O'Brian Tags, Puir Slow-Witted Gowk
Tagged Catp. Aubrey, Lord Cochrane, Patrick O'Brian
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Archbp. Nichols of Westminster is now a free man!
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 … Read More
Holy Mass “free of time or geography”
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, … Read More
What does the gowk really say?
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 … Read More
Posted in O'Brian Tags, Puir Slow-Witted Gowk
Tagged Aubrey/Maturin, Dr. Maturin, gowk, Patrick O'Brian
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Fr. Z in Portsmouth
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 … Read More
Posted in My View, O'Brian Tags, SESSIUNCULA
Tagged Adm. Nelson, Fareham, HMS Victory, Patrick O'Brian, Porchester, Portsmouth
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