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Sharpe’s Battle

The Battle of Fuentes De OñOro, May 1811
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Sharpe’s Battle by Bernard Cornwell is a thrilling historical fiction novel set during the Napoleonic Wars. The story follows Richard Sharpe, a resilient and resourceful soldier tasked with defending against overwhelming enemy forces. As Sharpe leads his men into fierce battles, he confronts treachery and challenges, showcasing his leadership and determination.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by historical fiction set during the Napoleonic Wars, specifically the Peninsular War. The story delivers thrilling action and rich historical detail as it follows a complex and compelling protagonist in the British army. Bernard Cornwell's engaging storytelling combines vivid battle scenes with strategic military intrigue, making it a must-read for fans of historical adventure.

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Sharpe’s Battle

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The Battle of Fuentes de Oñoro, May 1811. A gripping historical action adventure novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author

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Spain, May 1811

As the British struggle to keep their last strongholds in Spain, Captain Richard Sharpe is handed a grenade of a command – ordered to train the Spanish palace guards for battle. But when the crumbling frontier fort where they are based becomes the target for the elite French attack, Sharpe is confronted by an old enemy.

After a desperate fight, the British are badly beaten and bruised – and so is Sharpe’s fragile reputation. The only hope of redemption is glory in one of the fiercest battles of the whole war. And so leading his men through the blood-stained, narrow streets of Fuentes de Oñoro is Sharpe...

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Series: The Sharpe Series

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Sharpe's Battle receives high praise for its entertaining and engaging historical narrative. The book is lauded for its masterful storytelling, detailed research, and the vivid portrayal of battle scenes that bring history to life. Critics consider Bernard Cornwell a prolific writer, consistently delivering readable and immersive novels, making both Sharpe and the author beloved figures in the literary world.

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ISBN: 9780007452958

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: 260g

Pages: 384

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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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