Quotes from Patrick O'Brian

It is a great while since I felt the grind of bone under my saw,' he added, smiling with anticipation.

Never mind manoeuvres, always go at them.

Jack, you have debauched my sloth.

Another language, sir? But I dare say it is much the same thing - a putain, as they say in France?

Wallis," said Maturin, "I am happy to find you here. How is your penis?