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Sharpe’s Fury

The Battle of Barrosa, March 1811
By Bernard Cornwell
Series: The Sharpe Series
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Sharpe's Fury by Bernard Cornwell follows the exploits of Richard Sharpe, a soldier in the British Army, during the Peninsular War. Set against the backdrop of the Battle of Barrosa in 1811, the story weaves together Sharpe's military adventures, espionage, and personal conflicts. With historical accuracy and vivid detail, the novel offers readers an exciting journey through a critical period in European history.
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This thrilling instalment of Bernard Cornwell's series plunges you into the heart of the Napoleonic Wars with gripping action and vivid historical detail. You might enjoy this book if you are drawn to tales of heroism, military strategy, and a vividly recreated historical setting that keeps you on the edge of your seat.

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Sharpe’s Fury

*SHARPE’S COMMAND, the brand new novel in the global bestselling series, is available to pre-order now*

The Battle of Barrosa, March 1811. An epic Sunday Times bestselling historical military action adventure novel

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SHARPE’S COMMAND, the brand new novel in the global bestselling series, is available to pre-order now.

Spain, March 1811

Cadiz is under siege – the last city standing in France’s conquest of Spain. So Captain Richard Sharpe must navigate the spymasters and murderous factions within its walls – and see off deadly threats from more than one enemy.

Deserted by their ailing Spanish allies, the British are heavily outnumbered as they prepare to halt the French at Barrosa – their last chance of liberating the fortress city of Cadiz. And ready to face his old enemy in battle is Sharpe . . .

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The book has been praised for its engaging storytelling, with Bernard Cornwell being widely regarded as an exceptional and consistent author in the historical fiction genre. Reviewers appreciate his masterful narration and thorough research. The battle scenes are highlighted as particularly vivid and compelling, bringing history alive effectively.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780007452941

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 400

Collections

Bernard Cornwell Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction History & Military Military History Series: The Sharpe Series Spy & Espionage Thriller

About the Author

Bernard Cornwell was born in London, raised in Essex and worked for the BBC for eleven years before meeting Judy, his American wife. Denied an American work permit he wrote a novel instead and has been writing ever since. He and Judy divide their time between Cape Cod and Charleston, South Carolina.

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