Detalles del libro
Formato
Tapa blanda
Páginas
368
Idioma
Inglés
Publicado
Oct 23, 2012
Editorial
Harper Paperbacks
ISBN-10
0060951974
ISBN-13
9780060951979
Descripción
In the heat of India’s monsoon season, Sergeant Richard Sharpe finds himself embroiled in the chaos of war, where fate and courage intertwine amidst the backdrop of escalating tensions. The year is 1803, and the British forces are gearing up for a significant confrontation at the Battle of Assaye. Sharpe, a battle-hardened soldier, encounters not only the perils of combat but also the complexities of loyalty and betrayal in a land steeped in conflict.
As the British army under General Wellesley prepares for battle, Sharpe’s keen instincts and unparalleled bravery are put to the test. Surrounded by a sea of adversaries and their own struggles, the men must rally together, facing overwhelming odds against the Mahratta forces. Sharpe's journey is as much about personal redemption as it is about military glory, as he grapples with his own past and the ghosts that haunt him.
Cornwell expertly paints vivid scenes of bravery, strategic maneuvers, and the gripping realities of warfare. Each moment is fraught with tension, portraying not only the brutality of battle but also the camaraderie that forms between soldiers fighting for their lives. Amidst the chaos, Sharpe emerges as a complex character—undaunted yet vulnerable, skilled yet human.
Through riveting narration, the story unfolds, inviting readers to experience the adrenaline and uncertainty of a soldier's life during one of India’s pivotal battles. Sharpe's unwavering resolve and tactical brilliance shine brightly, even as the specter of danger looms large, ensuring that soon, the echoes of war will resonate through history.
As the British army under General Wellesley prepares for battle, Sharpe’s keen instincts and unparalleled bravery are put to the test. Surrounded by a sea of adversaries and their own struggles, the men must rally together, facing overwhelming odds against the Mahratta forces. Sharpe's journey is as much about personal redemption as it is about military glory, as he grapples with his own past and the ghosts that haunt him.
Cornwell expertly paints vivid scenes of bravery, strategic maneuvers, and the gripping realities of warfare. Each moment is fraught with tension, portraying not only the brutality of battle but also the camaraderie that forms between soldiers fighting for their lives. Amidst the chaos, Sharpe emerges as a complex character—undaunted yet vulnerable, skilled yet human.
Through riveting narration, the story unfolds, inviting readers to experience the adrenaline and uncertainty of a soldier's life during one of India’s pivotal battles. Sharpe's unwavering resolve and tactical brilliance shine brightly, even as the specter of danger looms large, ensuring that soon, the echoes of war will resonate through history.
Géneros
Suspenso y Thriller
Acción y Aventura
Historia