Sharpe’s Tiger: The Siege of Seringapatam, 1799: Book 1 (The Sharpe Series)

Sharpe’s Tiger: The Siege of Seringapatam, 1799: Book 1 (The Sharpe Series)

by Bernard Cornwell (Author)

Synopsis

The prequel to the series, describing Sharpe,s experiences in India. When a senior British officer is captured by the Tippoo of Mysore,s forces, Sharpe is offered a chance to attempt a rescue, which in turn offers an escape from the tyrannical Sergeant Obadiah Hakeswill. But in fleeing Hakeswill, Sharpe enters the exotic and dangerous world of the Tippoo. An adventure that will require all of his wits just to stay alive, let alone save the British army from catastrophe. Soldier, hero, rogue - Sharpe is the man you always want on your side. Born in poverty, he joined the army to escape jail and climbed the ranks by sheer brutal courage. He knows no other family than the regiment of the 95th Rifles whose green jacket he proudly wears.

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Format: Hardcover
Pages: 400
Edition: First Edition
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 02 Jun 1997

ISBN 10: 0002250101
ISBN 13: 9780002250108

Author Bio

Bernard Cornwell worked for BBC TV for seven years, mostly as producer on the Nationwide programme, before taking charge of the Current Affairs department in Northern Ireland. In 1978 he became editor of Thames Television's Thames at Six. Married to and American, he now lives in the United States.