Items related to Sails on the Horizon: A Novel of the Napoleonic Wars
Unusual book
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review:
"Inspired by the salty tales of seasoned maritime novelists C. S. Forester and Patrick O'Brian, [Worrall] delicately balances action and adventure with introspection. . . . Fans of seafaring military sagas will welcome [Sails on the Horizon]."
-Booklist "Well-executed . . . demonstrating Worrall's expertise in ship and sea warfare history . . . Readers will root for [Charles Edgemont]. . . . He handily defeats veteran seamen, takes enormous chances and is always rewarded."
-Publishers Weekly
About the Author:
-Booklist "Well-executed . . . demonstrating Worrall's expertise in ship and sea warfare history . . . Readers will root for [Charles Edgemont]. . . . He handily defeats veteran seamen, takes enormous chances and is always rewarded."
-Publishers Weekly
Born a Quaker into a military family, JAY WORRALL grew up in a number of countries around the world. During the Vietnam War he worked with refugees in the central highlands of that country, and afterward he taught English in Japan. Worrall has worked in developing innovative and humane prison programs, policies, and administration. He is married and the very proud father of five sons, and he currently lives and works in Pennsylvania.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherRandom House Publishing Group
- Publication date2006
- ISBN 10 0345476484
- ISBN 13 9780345476487
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages304
- Rating
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Sails on the Horizon: A Novel of the Napoleonic Wars
Published by
Random House Publishing Group
(2006)
ISBN 10: 0345476484
ISBN 13: 9780345476487
New
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Buy with confidence! Book is in new, never-used condition 0.31. Seller Inventory # bk0345476484xvz189zvxnew
Buy New
£ 15.49
Convert currency
Stock Image
Sails on the Horizon: A Novel of the Napoleonic Wars
Published by
Random House Publishing Group
(2006)
ISBN 10: 0345476484
ISBN 13: 9780345476487
New
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. New! This book is in the same immaculate condition as when it was published 0.31. Seller Inventory # 353-0345476484-new
Buy New
£ 15.49
Convert currency
Seller Image
Sails on the Horizon: A Novel of the Napoleonic Wars by Worrall, Jay [Paperback ]
Published by
Random House Trade Paperbacks
(2006)
ISBN 10: 0345476484
ISBN 13: 9780345476487
New
Soft Cover
Quantity: 10
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Soft Cover. Condition: new. Seller Inventory # 9780345476487
Buy New
£ 15.52
Convert currency
Seller Image
Sails on the Horizon : A Novel of the Napoleonic Wars
Published by
Random House Publishing Group
(2006)
ISBN 10: 0345476484
ISBN 13: 9780345476487
New
Softcover
Quantity: 5
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 3538886-n
Buy New
£ 13.55
Convert currency
Stock Image
Sails on the Horizon (Paperback)
Published by
Random House USA Inc, New York
(2006)
ISBN 10: 0345476484
ISBN 13: 9780345476487
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Inspired by the salty tales of seasoned maritime novelists C. S. Forester and Patrick OBrian, [Worrall] delicately balances action and adventure with introspection. . . . Fans of seafaring military sagas will welcome [Sails on the Horizon].Booklist The year is 1797. Napoleon Buonaparte is racking up impressive wins in the field against the enemies of revolutionary France, while on the seas England is putting up a staunch resistance. Twenty-five-year-old Charles Edgemont is second lieutenant aboard the British ship Argonaut. When orders come for the Argonaut to engage in an all-but-suicidal maneuver to prevent the escape of Spanish ships off the coast of Portugal, he leads his gun crews bravelyuntil the deaths of the captain and first lieutenant elevate him to commander. For refusing to yield to enemy fire, Charles is permanently promoted and generously rewarded by the Admiralty, becoming wealthy beyond his wildest dreams. Yet upon his return home, his newfound riches prove no help when it comes to winning the heart of Penelope Brown, who regards war as sinful and soldiers as little better than murderers. Changing Penelopes mind may just be the hardest battle Charles has ever foughtat least until fresh orders send him back to sea, where he faces a formidable adversary in a series of stirring battles of will and might. Well executed . . . demonstrating Worralls expertise in ship and sea warfare history . . . Readers will root for [Charles Edgemont]. . . . He handily defeats veteran seamen, takes enormous chances and is always rewarded.Publishers Weekly SAILS ON THE HORIZON Dientes de Diablo, 1797 With his first historical high-seas adventure chronicling the exploits of Naval Commander Charles Edgemont, Jay Worrall sets sail in the rousing tradition of C.S. Forester and Patrick O'Brian. The year is 1797. Napoleon Buonaparte is racking up impressive wins in the field against the enemies of revolutionary France. On the seas, England is putting up a staunch resistance. When a modest fleet of British ships off the coast of Portugal encounters a larger force of Spanish vessels on their way to rendezvous with the French, the English are quick to seize the opportunity for a victory-even at the risk of a calamitous defeat. Twenty-five-year-old Charles Edgemont is second lieutenant aboard the HMS "Argonaut, the smallest ship in the British line of battle. When orders come for the "Argonaut to engage in an all-but-suicidal maneuver to cut off the escape of the Spanish ships, he leads his gun crews bravely-until the death of the captain and the first lieutenant elevates him to command of the stricken vessel. In the chaos that follows, his defiant refusal to yield under enemy fire earns him a permanent promotion. Thanks to the purse awarded him by the Admiralty after the fight, Charles is wealthy beyond his wildest dreams. But there are challenges when he returns home after years at sea. His newfound riches will prove no help when it comes to winning the heart of Penelope Brown, the feisty Quaker with whom Charles falls in love. Even more of a hindrance is his profession, for Penelope regards war as sinful and soldiers as little better than murderers. Changing Penelope's mind may just be the hardest battle Charles hasever fought-at least until fresh orders send him back to sea, where he faces a more traditional and equally formidable adversary in a series of stirring battles of will and might. "From the Hardcover edition. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780345476487
Buy New
£ 15.86
Convert currency
Stock Image
Sails on the Horizon: A Novel of the Napoleonic Wars
Published by
Random House Trade Paperbacks
(2024)
ISBN 10: 0345476484
ISBN 13: 9780345476487
New
Paperback
Quantity: 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: New. Brand New! This item is printed on demand. Seller Inventory # 0345476484
Buy New
£ 15.91
Convert currency
Stock Image
Sails on the Horizon: A Novel of the Napoleonic Wars
Published by
Random House Publishing Group
(2006)
ISBN 10: 0345476484
ISBN 13: 9780345476487
New
Softcover
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Seller Inventory # I-9780345476487
Buy New
£ 16.23
Convert currency
Stock Image
Sails on the Horizon: A Novel of the Napoleonic Wars
Published by
Random House Trade Paperbacks
(2006)
ISBN 10: 0345476484
ISBN 13: 9780345476487
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: New. In shrink wrap. Seller Inventory # 10-38436
Buy New
£ 12.14
Convert currency
Stock Image
Sails on the Horizon: A Novel of the Napoleonic Wars
Published by
Random House Publishing Group
(2006)
ISBN 10: 0345476484
ISBN 13: 9780345476487
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Brand New Copy. Seller Inventory # BBB_new0345476484
Buy New
£ 17.03
Convert currency
Stock Image
Sails on the Horizon: A Novel of the Napoleonic Wars
Published by
Random House Publishing Group
(2006)
ISBN 10: 0345476484
ISBN 13: 9780345476487
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. New. Fast Shipping and good customer service. Seller Inventory # Holz_New_0345476484
Buy New
£ 17.48
Convert currency