An exciting look at one of the little-known battles of the Napoleonic Wars. An interesting look at the life of the soldiers of the British Army in the early 19th century. A good read for the historical novel buff.

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Captain Richard Sharpe-bold, professinal, and ruthless-is leading his battle-hardened veterans against Napolean at Talavera in the bloodiest Peninsula battle yet. Sharpe ha fought his way out of the enlisted ranks and earned his captaincy. But others-such as his uncle, Colonel Henry Simmerson, and the foppish Lieutenant Gibbons-are incompetents who bought their commissions. After their cowardly loss of the Regimental King's colour, their resentment of the upstart Sharpe turns to outright treachery.

This is part of an excellent series. I am only swapping because I have multiple copies.

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