Why do both Aubrey and Maturin have financial problems? What is the source of the financial difficulties for each?

What is the significance of the issue of inclosure? What is Aubrey's position on the subject?

What is the reason for the Bellona being sent to the waters near Brest, France? What are the circumstances?

On what issue does Admiral Stranraer oppose Jack Aubrey? What effect does this have on his career?

What does Sir Joseph Blaine propose so Aubrey can continue his naval career after the war?

Why does Maturin travel to London to meet Blaine? What information does he bring him?

How does Stephen obtain a command position after the end of the war?