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He was particularly very famous for writing the lord ramage book series and the ned yorke series of novels. Dudley pope books list of books by author dudley pope. Popes ramage is a believable character and the history is accurate and fun to read. He intends to confront it headon in the biggest naval battle. Sailing aboard the frigate calypso, captain lord ramage receives admiralty orders to recover her by any means. Forester, had firsthand experience at sea, and lived for an extended period in the west indies. The lord ramage novels series in order dudley pope. The historical novels of the lord ramage series are the most notable works of author dudley. Apr 01, 2000 the ramage series is a joy to read and dudley pope certainly paints a persuasive picture of what the napoleonic british navy may have been like. Check out other translated books in french, spanish languages.