Ramage and the Saracens - Hardcover

Pope, Dudley

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0708923976 ISBN 13: 9780708923979

Publisher: Ulverscroft Large Print Books Ltd, 1991

Synopsis

Captain Ramage sails to Naples in the frigate Calypso, expecting to be given the rather tedious task of escorting merchantmen across the Mediterranean. It is not long after Trafalgar and the last thing he expects is an encounter with two French ships of the line. Adventure follows, as it does when he finally arrives in Naples and is given details of his mission. He is to sail to Sicily where the Saraceni - Barbary Coast pirates - have been attacking the local fishing ports.

About this title

Review:

"A spirited successor to Hornblower." --"Sunday Telegraph"

"A spirited successor to Hornblower." Sunday Telegraph"

"A spirited successor to Hornblower." --Sunday Telegraph

"Not even C.S. Forester knows more about the routine and battle procedures of the British Navy in the days of Nelson." --The New York Times

About the Author:

Michael Legat began writing at a very early age, but most of his career was devoted to publishing. However, having worked as an editorial director for some years, in 1978 he decided to leave the trade and take up writing full time. In 1980 his first novel, Mario's Vineyard, was published and this was followed by a series of other very well received and successful works. He remained heavily involved in the publishing industry until his death in 2011, serving on various committees and was also president of two writers' circles. He was also active in passing on his writing skills to both individuals and by selective teaching and, of course, through his various publications and guides. Michael Legat has been referred to as 'one of the most popular, principled, and influential figures in London publishing'.

About this edition

• Publisher: Ulverscroft Large Print Books Ltd
• Publication date: 1991
• ISBN 10: 0708923976
• ISBN 13: 9780708923979
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 545