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Conquest by Julian Stockwin (2011, Hardcover)

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Item Width : 5.5 in
Item Length : 8.5 in
Publisher : Mcbooks Press, Incorporated
Genre : Fiction
Dewey Edition : 22
LCCN : 2011-021131
Reviews : Stockwin continues to display his talents in transporting his audience from the 21st century to the chaotic worlds of Kydd, Renzi, and their imperiled homeland . . . [and] goes into action with swords drawn and cannons and carronades blasting."  — Historical Novels Review, "Stockwin continues to display his talents in transporting his audience from the 21st century to the chaotic worlds of Kydd, Renzi, and their imperiled homeland . . . [and] goes into action with swords drawn and cannons and carronades blasting."  -- Historical Novels Review, "Continuing the rousing adventures of Thomas Kydd . . . Stockwin, a career navy man, writes of the nautical life with vivid authority."  --Kirkus Reviews, "This well-crafted naval adventure . . . balances historical perspective with the excitement of a full broadside assault. Comparable to . . . the naval tales of the great Patrick O'Brian, Stockwin's engaging novel reveals the author's acumen for the history and spirit of the time." — Publishers Weekly (October 1, 2011), Continuing the rousing adventures of Thomas Kydd . . . Stockwin, a career navy man, writes of the nautical life with vivid authority."  —Kirkus Reviews, "This well-crafted naval adventure . . . balances historical perspective with the excitement of a full broadside assault. Comparable to . . . the naval tales of the great Patrick O'Brian, Stockwin's engaging novel reveals the author's acumen for the history and spirit of the time." -- Publishers Weekly (October 1, 2011), "Continuing the rousing adventures of Thomas Kydd . . . Stockwin, a career navy man, writes of the nautical life with vivid authority." --Kirkus Reviews, "An exciting and suspenseful historical loaded with action, intrigue, treachery, and the bloody gore of 1805 warfare. . . . [Offers] vivid and lush descriptions of colonial South Africa, professional seamanship, bold leadership, and . . . the perils of life at sea in the Royal Navy." — Publishers Weekly (August 22, 2011), "Stockwin continues to display his talents in transporting his audience from the 21st century to the chaotic worlds of Kydd, Renzi, and their imperiled homeland . . . [and] goes into action with swords drawn and cannons and carronades blasting." -- Historical Novels Review
ISBN-10 : 1590136268
Publication Year : 2011
Language : English
Book Series : Kydd Sea Adventures Ser.
gtin13 : 9781590136263
Item Weight : 17.8 Oz
LC Classification Number : PR6119.T66C67 2011
Intended Audience : Trade
Series Volume Number : 12
Book Title : Conquest
brand : Mcbooks Press, Incorporated
Format : Hardcover
Dewey Decimal : 823.914
Number of Pages : 320 Pages
ISBN-13 : 9781590136263
Author : Julian Stockwin
Topic : Sea Stories, Historical, Action & Adventure
Synopsis : Newly victorious at the Battle of Trafalgar, England now rules the seas and is free to colonize the furthest reaches of the world. Captain Thomas Kydd joins an expedition to take Dutch-held Cape Town, a strategic harbor that will give England a rich trade route to India. With enemies lurking on all sides, Kydd and his men must defend the fragile colony while braving Africa's vast and hostile hinterland. When Renzi learns too much about the enemy's plans, even Kydd may not be able to save him.

Brand new, 3 hardcover books in the Thomas Kydd seafarer adventure series. Books 12, 13 and 14. Written by Julian Stockwin this series covers the adventures of Thomas Kydd. Publisher’s weekly says “richly detailed portrait of life on ship and ashore in Britain’s oceanic empire is engrossing”. This includes free economy shipping! The three books included are: Conquest Book 12 in the series Betrayal Book 13 Caribbee Book 14 All three are brand new! Enjoy.

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