By force of arms
(Book)
Author:
Series:
Revolution at sea trilogy ; bk. 1.
Published:
New York : Pocket Books, c1996.
Format:
Book
Physical Desc:
324 pages : ill., map ; 21 cm.
Status:
Description
As the War of Independence begins in earnest, American merchant seamen prepare to strike the first blows. None strikes more deftly than Isaac Biddlecomb, captain of the Judea, whose smuggling activities are making a mockery of His Majesty's Royal Navy. Pursued by HMS Rose, he sacrifices the ship he loved to the depths, together with the fortune he stood to gain, rather than surrender. On the run from the enraged forces of King George, Biddlecomb disguises himself as a merchant seaman. He is reunited with Ezra Rumstick, a comrade and fierce rebel, as the revolution gathers momentum. On a brig bound for Jamaica and now serving as a lowly mate, Biddlecomb find that fate tests his mettle as he is captured by the enemy and faces a life of servitude under the deranged captain and sadistic crew of the HMS Icarus. "A rollicking good sea story." "Rousing plots, historical authenticity, and seafaring as vivid as a slap of salt spray…Delivers plenty of action…Nelson's page-turner brings the Revolution to life on the high seas." "Nelson's seagoing experience is evident in his clear, convincing description of the sailing…The characters are strong and realistic, the plot and action believable and brisk…An engaging start to what promises to be a fine adventure series in a neglected milieu." "Nelson has done an excellent job of combining historical authenticity with firm characterization and lively action…This is a fine yarn, deftly told." "Lively and highly readable…Exploring the lives of seamen, merchant captains, and Royal naval officers, By Force of Arms offers a realistic and minutely detailed account of shipboard life during the period."
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Location
Call Number
Status
East Lyme Public Adult Fiction (PBK)
Nelson, James [Biddlecomb] #01 (By Force)
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Essex Adult Fiction
NELSON
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Language:
English
ISBN:
0671519247
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APA Citation (style guide)
Nelson, J. L. (1996). By force of arms. New York, Pocket Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Nelson, James L. 1996. By Force of Arms. New York, Pocket Books.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Nelson, James L, By Force of Arms. New York, Pocket Books, 1996.
MLA Citation (style guide)Nelson, James L. By Force of Arms. New York, Pocket Books, 1996.
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