Author: STOCKWIN, JULIAN
Title: Betrayal (Signed Limited Collector's Edition). Who Will Steal the Greatest Prize of Empire?
Description: London: Hodder & Stoughton, 2012. First Edition; First Impression. Original Boards. ISBN: 1444712004. Published in a limited first edition print run of 500, of which this volume is no. 128. Signed by author on title page. Embossed blind stamp ('Exclusive Signed First Edition') on title, page. Signed publicity postcard loosely inserted. With special 'Julian Stockwin' yellow, leather bookmark. Dustjacket enclosed in protective plastic. Light shelfwear. ; "Betrayal" by Julian Stockwin is another thrilling installment in the Kydd Sea Adventures series. This novel takes place during a pivotal moment in naval history, set against the backdrop of the Great Age of Fighting Sail, and continues to follow the adventures of Thomas Kydd and his friend Nicholas Renzi. In "Betrayal," Captain Thomas Kydd receives a new command, the frigate HMS "L'Aurore." His mission leads him to South Africa, where the Cape Colony is a vital strategic point on the route to the East Indies. The narrative delves into the British efforts to secure their global trade routes and expand their influence, particularly in the face of other European powers with similar ambitions. ; 24 x 16 x 4cm; xii, 369 pages; Signed by Author. Fine in Fine dust jacket .
Keywords: 1444712004 Maritime Napoleonic Wars Literature Royal Navy
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Title: Betrayal (Signed Limited Collector's Edition). Who Will Steal the Greatest Prize of Empire?
Description: London: Hodder & Stoughton, 2012. First Edition; First Impression. Original Boards. ISBN: 1444712004. Published in a limited first edition print run of 500, of which this volume is no. 128. Signed by author on title page. Embossed blind stamp ('Exclusive Signed First Edition') on title, page. Signed publicity postcard loosely inserted. With special 'Julian Stockwin' yellow, leather bookmark. Dustjacket enclosed in protective plastic. Light shelfwear. ; "Betrayal" by Julian Stockwin is another thrilling installment in the Kydd Sea Adventures series. This novel takes place during a pivotal moment in naval history, set against the backdrop of the Great Age of Fighting Sail, and continues to follow the adventures of Thomas Kydd and his friend Nicholas Renzi. In "Betrayal," Captain Thomas Kydd receives a new command, the frigate HMS "L'Aurore." His mission leads him to South Africa, where the Cape Colony is a vital strategic point on the route to the East Indies. The narrative delves into the British efforts to secure their global trade routes and expand their influence, particularly in the face of other European powers with similar ambitions. ; 24 x 16 x 4cm; xii, 369 pages; Signed by Author. Fine in Fine dust jacket .
Keywords: 1444712004 Maritime Napoleonic Wars Literature Royal Navy
Price: GBP 40.00 = appr. US$ 57.12 Seller: Literary Cat Books
- Book number: 60928
- Book number: 60928
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