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Fire and Sword (Wellington and Napoleon 3)

By Simon Scarrow
Series: The Wellington and Napoleon Quartet
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Fire and Sword (Wellington and Napoleon 3) by Simon Scarrow is a gripping instalment in an epic historical series that follows the campaigns of two military giants, Wellington and Napoleon. Set against the tumultuous backdrop of Europe during the Napoleonic Wars, the story weaves together political intrigue, battlefield heroics, and personal rivalries. Readers are taken on a thrilling journey through the strategies and clashes that shaped history, all while delving into the complex characters of these legendary figures.
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This thrilling historical narrative will captivate you if you enjoy tales of military strategy, intense rivalries, and vividly drawn historical settings. It's a compelling blend of action and drama, perfect for fans of crime and thriller genres looking for a gripping exploration of the epic clashes between two of history's most iconic figures.

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Fire and Sword (Wellington and Napoleon 3)

1804. Napoleon Bonaparte's ultimate aim: to rule Europe. Great Britain, his most hated enemy, stands in his way. The third novel in Simon Scarrow's Sunday Times bestselling Wellington and Napoleon Quartet.

CENTURION, the latest novel in Simon Scarrow's Roman series, was on the Sunday Times hardback bestseller list for several weeks, reaching the No. 2 position and then became a Sunday Times paperback bestseller in the same year

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FIRE AND SWORD is the unputdownable third novel in Simon Scarrow's bestselling Wellington and Napoleon Quartet. A must-read for fans of Robert Harris.

1804. Napoleon Bonaparte is Emperor of France, his ultimate aim: to rule Europe. After defeat at the Battle of Trafalgar, he wins a glorious victory against Austria at Austerlitz. He then deposes the Spanish king and places his own brother on the throne. But he is yet to triumph over his most hated enemy: Great Britain.

Arthur Wellesley (the future Duke of Wellington) throws himself into the British campaign in Europe. After glory in Portugal, he commands the army in a series of triumphant battles across Spain. For those living reluctantly under French rule, his victories suggest that Napoleon's progress is not inexorable: freedom can be restored...

Series: The Wellington and Napoleon Quartet

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Simon Scarrow's novel offers a vivid and absorbing portrayal of the adversarial relationship between Napoleon and Wellington. Reviewers have praised the gripping narrative and informative details, with anticipation for the concluding book in the series evident.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780755324385

Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 June 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Headline Review

Illustration: Maps

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 42.0mm

Width: 168.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 526g

Pages: 672

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Series: The Wellington and Napoleon Quartet Simon Scarrow

About the Author

A former teacher, Simon Scarrow is now a full-time writer. He lives outside Norwich with his family.

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