The Eagle's Conquest - Hardcover

Scarrow, Simon

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0312305338 ISBN 13: 9780312305338

Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books, 2002

Synopsis

Centurion Marco of the Roman army realizes that Emperor Claudius's invasion of Britain 43 A.D. will be their toughest campaign yet, a conviction that is enforced by a sinister organization's efforts to assassinate legion men.

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Review:

Praise for Simon Scarrow's novels: 'I really don't need this kind of competition... It's a great read' (Bernard Cornwell)

Scarrow's [novels] rank with the best (Independent)

Gripping and moving (The Times)

A satisfyingly bloodthirsty, bawdy romp...perfect for Bernard Cornwell addicts who will relish its historical detail and fast-paced action. Storming stuff (Good Book Guide)

Ferocious and compelling (Daily Express)

A Rome full of HOUSE OF CARDS treachery... Roman soldiering at its very best - even by Scarrow's high standards - in this winning chunk of historical fiction (Sunday Sport)

Rollicking good fun (Mail on Sunday)

A fast-moving and exceptionally well-paced historical thriller (BBC History Magazine)

All the hallmarks of Bernard Cornwell at his best (Oxford Times)

A rip-roaring page-turner... Sturdy elegance and incisive wit (Steven Saylor)

Book Description:

The stunning new cover style will bring the second novel in Simon Scarrow's popular Eagle series to the attention of a whole new army of fans

About this edition

• Publisher: Thomas Dunne Books
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0312305338
• ISBN 13: 9780312305338
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 320