I learned quite a bit about Australian history from First Victory. While most of the information in this book is related to ships and war, there are some random tidbits, like how swimming at the beach in daylight had been banned in Australia until 1902. (That one was a shocker.)

I like how the author is able to intertwine facts into a storytelling method of bring the scene alive in front of your eyes, seeing the story play out. It's not dry textbook reading.

Recommended for: Adults

Suitable for: Ages 15 & up

1 instance of extremely vulgar language in a song, along with other mild cursing throughout the book.

Thanks to NetGalley for providing me with a free copy in return for an honest opinion.

This is a great book showing some of Australia's lesser known naval history.
There was quite a lot in there that I wasn't aware of.
Well put together, this book doesn't read as a text book, it is something that you can comfortably read for hours.