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Overview1649. England has been torn asunder by a civil war that has pitted Parliamentarians against Royalists. Captain Kit Faulkner, bound to the Royalist cause, has been living in exile for the past four years. Faulkner must now support himself with the tiny rump of the Royal Navy that remains loyal. But his loyalties are torn, partly by the desire of his old patron, Sir Henry Mainwaring, who wishes to return home, and partly by the predatory nature of Prince Charles, who has his eyes on the beautiful Katherine Villiers... Full Product DetailsAuthor: Richard WoodmanPublisher: Canongate Books Imprint: Severn House Large Print Books Edition: First World Large Print Volume: 2 Dimensions: Width: 14.10cm , Height: 3.00cm , Length: 22.20cm Weight: 0.252kg ISBN: 9780727896384ISBN 10: 0727896385 Pages: 352 Publication Date: 25 July 2013 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsWoodman spins an exciting tale of naval warfare, seaborne commerce, piracy, royal intrigues, and civil war on A Ship for the King--Publishers Weekly This salty adventure is deepened by the introduction of real-life characters and the author's considerable knowledge of British naval and mercantile shipping history on A Ship for the King--Booklist This salty adventure is deepened by the introduction of real-life characters and the author's considerable knowledge of British naval and mercantile shipping history on A Ship for the King--Booklist Woodman spins an exciting tale of naval warfare, seaborne commerce, piracy, royal intrigues, and civil war on A Ship for the King--Publishers Weekly Author InformationRichard Woodman is the prize-winning author of over thirty novels and several acclaimed works of maritime history. A former professional seafarer with eleven years in command, he remains a keen yachtsman. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |