Generals (Revolution 2) [Hardcover]

Simon Scarrow (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 31, 2007 | Series: Revolution 2

The second in this epic quartet of novels focusing on two giants of European history, Wellington and Napoleon It's 1796 as THE GENERALS opens, and both Arthur Wellesly (later Wellington) and Napoleon Bonaparte are making their mark as men of military genius. Wellesley, as commander of the 33rd Regiment of Foot, is sent to India, where his skill and bravery make a remarkable impression on his superiors. Napoleon's role as commander of the Army of Italy leads to success in battle and rapid political progress. By 1804, Napoleon has established himself as Emperor, and has his sights set on conquering all of Europe. The time has come for Wellesly to stand against Napoleon in the confrontation that lies ahead.

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'Scarrow builds up a fascinating picture of a world at war and sets the stage for the looming confrontation between these two military giants -- an enthralling sequel' -- Good Reading, Australia 'One of the great duels in history, between two of its most fascinating characters. Simon Scarrow brings Wellington and Napoleon to life with a vengeance.' -- Paul Strathern, author of NAPOLEON IN EGYPT

About the Author

Simon Scarrow is the very well-established author of the Roman adventure novels in the Eagle series. He lives outside Norwich with his family.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 320 pages
• Publisher: Review; First Edition edition (May 31, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0755324358
• ISBN-13: 978-0755324354
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.4 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,293,631 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Can't wait for the next one, June 23, 2008

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Max Power "Maxi" (Perth, Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Generals (Wellington and Napolean) (Paperback)

Having waited for this one after finishing Young Bloods I pounced upon it when it eventually arrived and devoured it pretty quickly.
It is an entertaining and fast paced book with great flair and interest for the lover of historical fiction.
It would certainly have helped Bambi had she read the first book - she might have realised that 1) it is not intended to be a biography, and 2) there are some interesting points in reading how the lives of these two great figures intertwine, parallel and (as we all know) eventually intersect with enormous historical repurcussions.
Now I can't wait until the next one... ARGH - that's the one thing I hate most about reading series - with old ones you have to try to work out how to make sure you read them in order (a few times I've started a book only to realise it's 3 of 5 or something) and with new ones you have to wait until the next one is published (see Cornwell's current series on Alfred for example)!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Generals, June 10, 2008

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C. Ridge Swindle "Charles" (Hong Kong) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Generals (Wellington and Napolean) (Paperback)

I could not disagree with Bambi more. As an avid addict to historical fiction, I found this book entertaining and enlightening. I would suppose if you were deeply involved in writing a dissertation on either general then it would not satisfy your needs. But, as an historical novel about two obviously great generals it was a pleasure to read and experience this book.
I must confess that I enjoyed the sections on Wellington more than the sections on Bonaparte as I have been reading current fiction of India for some years yet had never read much on the establishment of the Raj.
For Bambi to admit to having read the book out of the order in which it was written should let one know that the writing would not satisfy his/her needs. But as a work of interesting, fact based historical fiction it was a marvelous read.

5.0 out of 5 stars Unable to put down, October 8, 2011

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Jim Flack - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Generals (Revolution 2) (Paperback)

My main hobby is genealogy and I was interested in how Napoleon and Wellington influenced the years around the 1800's. My daughter (she has a degree in History) told me I should read some 'fictional history' and suggested "The Young Bloods" (vol 1) as this told the story of their early lives. The book was so easy to read (and so interesting) but it just covered the early years between 1769 and 1793 so I just had to get the next volume "The Generals" to enable me to continue the story.

"The Generals" being really one in a set of 4 books, is also so easy to read - in fact I didn't put the book down after it arrived in the post and I read it within 24 hours. I then immediately ordered vol3 (Fire $ Sword) & vol4 (Fields of Death).

This volume itself covers the time period between about 1795-1803 with Wellington serving in India, while Napoleon is at war in Italy and Egypt. The book is easy enough to read in its own right but makes even more sense when you read it as part of the set of Books.

Worth every penny!