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Ideal for readers who enjoy historical fiction with maritime adventures, fans of naval history, and those who appreciate richly drawn characters and action-packed storytelling.
KYDD announces a major new voice in naval adventure writing.
KYDD announces a major new voice in naval adventure writing.
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Thomas Paine Kydd, a young wig-maker from Guildford, is seized by the press gang to be a part of the crew of the 98-gun line-of-battle ship Royal William. The ship sails immediately and Kydd has to learn the harsh realities of shipboard life fast. Despite all that he goes through in danger of tempest and battle, he comes to admire the skills and courage of the seamen—taking up the challenge himself to become a true sailor.
Kydd launches a masterly new writing talent and a thrilling new series. Based on dramatic real events, it is classic storytelling at its very best, rich with action with exceptional characters and a page-turning narrative.
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'I was soon turning over the pages almost indecently fast,' writes Christina Hardyment in the Independent, praising the fast-paced storytelling. The Citylights review calls it a 'fast-paced tale that brings a whiff of the sea and gunpowder.' The Peterborough Evening Telegraph describes it as 'gripping' and 'rich in action,' highlighting its vivid portrayal of 18th-century seamen. The Independent Friday Review also commends the book as 'impressively full of life.'
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780340837818
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 11 October 2004
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodder Paperback
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 32.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 360g
Pages: 448
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About the Author
Julian Stockwin was sent at the age of fourteen to Indefatigable, a tough sea-training school. He joined the Royal Navy at fifteen before transferring to the Royal Australian Navy, where he served for eight years in the Far East, Antarctic waters and the South Seas. In Vietnam he saw active service in a carrier task force. After leaving the Navy (rated Petty Officer), Julian practised as an educational psychologist. He lived for some time in Hong Kong, where he was commissioned into the Royal Naval Reserve. He was awarded the MBE and retired with the rank of Lieutenant Commander. He now lives in Devon with his wife Kathy. More information can be found on his website at www.JulianStockwin.com.
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