Paul Jariabek
Box Hauling in Naval Historical Fiction: A Dangerous Sailing Maneuver
A behind-the-scenes research note on the sailing maneuver known as box hauling, and how it shaped a scene in the historical fiction novel Sic Parvis Magna. Inspired by the exciting club hauling scene from Pirates of the Caribbean, I attempt to work out if a sixteenth-century galleon could plausibly execute the maneuver.
Historical Fiction of Paul Jariabek ARC Program
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An Advance Reader Opportunity Is Coming for Sic Parvis Magna
An advance reader campaign is coming for Sic Parvis Magna, my historical fiction novel about the young Francis Drake. Up to 100 selected readers will receive a digital advance copy before publication.
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Printable Reading Notes
Download printable reading notes, journal pages, and study sheets for readers who want to capture quotes, characters, themes, and reflections from historical fiction and classic literature.
What does "Patience and time are my warriors" mean in War and Peace?
"Patience and time are my warriors, my champions."
Printable Bookmarks - Illuminated Biblical Design
A set of free, printable bookmarks in a tall 2x7 inch format, ready for home printing in high-resolution PDF files. The designs feature Vulgate Latin Scripture passages inspired by medieval manuscript pages with illuminated Biblical illustrations.
Downloadable Reading Notes Page
A new reader resource page is available with downloadable reading notes, journal pages, and study sheets for tracking quotes, characters, themes, questions, and reflections.
Which Anna Karenina quote best explains Tolstoy's idea of "light and shadow"?
"All the variety, all the charm, all the beauty of life is made up of light and shadow."
How does Karenin's "to love those one hates is impossible" reveal his character?
"Love those that hate you, but to love those one hates is impossible."
Why does Rebecca say she refuses to sell herself for coin in The Blade of Milan?
"I don't have two grossi to my name, and I refuse to sell myself for coin ever again."
Which Anna Karenina Quote Captures Oblonsky's Love of Life?
"I don't count life as life without love."