Rob,

Agreed again. I would certainly recommend this book, just being more nitpicky than anything. As you said, I think the author sets up a lot of topics well that could be explored more in depth. He does a nice job of describing various debates, such as distant versus close blockade, Howe's intentions prior to the Glorious First of June, and Calder's Action in the run-up to Trafalgar, that one could dig into. Also interesting framing these events within the larger strategic issues of the war.

Best,
James