My Adventures in the Late War: A Narrative of Shipwreck, Captivity, Escape from French Prisons, and Service at Sea, 1804-1814, by Donat Henchy O'Brien is a fascinating chronicle of a difficult and exciting time. In his book, the author describes the dramatic events that happened to him during the period of escalation of the war, from a shipwreck and capture to courageous escapes from French prisons and compulsory service at sea. O'Brien tells in detail about his adventures, experiences and decisions he had to make in the conditions of military conflict. This book is a fascinating narrative about survival, self-belief and the will to win even in the most difficult circumstances.