I read this nearly sixty years ago and am rereading it now. Mr. Costain's skill at cleverly weaving a tale was excellent and his historical novels were often chosen as a Book of the Month Club selection.
In this, we share the story of a British newspaper publisher during the latter years of the war against Napoleon. It is really a romance. As always, Mr. Costain demonstrates his careful research and includes authentic details of contemporary fashion and speech (mostly cant, I suspect). Do not fail to first read the two page Introduction....
And some of his best prose is found in the epilogue.
In this, we share the story of a British newspaper publisher during the latter years of the war against Napoleon. It is really a romance. As always, Mr. Costain demonstrates his careful research and includes authentic details of contemporary fashion and speech (mostly cant, I suspect). Do not fail to first read the two page Introduction....
And some of his best prose is found in the epilogue.
Additional book description:
A thrilling epic of a young British journalist, one of the first "war correspondents", and his battle of words with Napoleon Bonaparte. In a war-ravaged Europe, the hero must battle with his ideals and his love for the beautiful aristocratic lady who is an ardent Bonapartist. For history and romance lovers alike.
A thrilling epic of a young British journalist, one of the first "war correspondents", and his battle of words with Napoleon Bonaparte. In a war-ravaged Europe, the hero must battle with his ideals and his love for the beautiful aristocratic lady who is an ardent Bonapartist. For history and romance lovers alike.
Interesting reading of a perilous time in history. Attention to historical detail and fast-paced adventure kepp interest up.
