So Near, So Far by C Northcote Parkinson

So Near, So Far by C Northcote Parkinson

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Napoleon is planning to invade England. Rumors circulate of vessels driven by steam engines, of new explosive devices, and most perplexing and sinister a warcraft capable of travelilng underwater. It will take all of Delancey's skill and courage to confront the threat.

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So Near, So Far by C Northcote Parkinson

Richard Delancey is soon called into action once more, as Britain prepares for the threat of a new French assault. Disturbing rumors are circulating about Napoleon's new weapons of war: vessels driven by steam-engines, new explosive devices, and, most troubling of all, a French secret weapon named Nautilus, which can travel underwater and attach explosive devices below the waterline.
"Authentic naval adventure. . full of action." -- The Sunday Times of London
"If you enjoy salty tales told by the man who knows the sea, British history, as well as words, winches and wimbels, Parkinson will see you through a fine evening very handily." -- Sunday Telegram
Cyril Northcote Parkinson pursued a distinguished academic career on both sides of the Atlantic and first became famous for "Parkinson's Law"—work expands to fill the time allotted to it. Parkinson wrote many books on British politics and economics. His first fictional effort, a "biography" of Horatio Hornblower, met with considerable acclaim and led to the Delancey series. C. Northcote Parkinson died in 1993.
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ISBN 13 9781590130377
ISBN 10 1590130375
Title So Near, So Far
Author C Northcote Parkinson
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Globe Pequot Press
Year published 2003-06-01
Number of pages 268
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.