Commander Kydd has dragged himself up in the navy from press-ganged seaman to master of his own ship. Now he faces disgrace. After offending an Admiral, and suffering terrible personal tragedy, Kydd is sent to guard the Channel Islands. When he is brutally betrayed off the Normandy Coast and loses command of his ship, only his old friend Renzi is willing to stick by him. Then Kydd is given an opportunity to salvage his fortunes and return to the sea as captain of a privateer. But privateers are hated by the French and the ...
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Commander Kydd has dragged himself up in the navy from press-ganged seaman to master of his own ship. Now he faces disgrace. After offending an Admiral, and suffering terrible personal tragedy, Kydd is sent to guard the Channel Islands. When he is brutally betrayed off the Normandy Coast and loses command of his ship, only his old friend Renzi is willing to stick by him. Then Kydd is given an opportunity to salvage his fortunes and return to the sea as captain of a privateer. But privateers are hated by the French and the Royal Navy alike. To keep fighting his country's battle and win back the glory taken from him, he must prowl the Atlantic. A lone wolf of the seas, he and his men are prepared to risk everything to capture the wealthy French traders and heavily-armed fighting ships returning to Bonaparte.
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Fine in Fine dust jacket. 0340961112. Published in a limited first edition print run of 500, of which this volume is no. 440. Signed by author on title page. Signed publicity postcard loosely inserted. With special 'Julian Stockwin' black, leather bookmark. Dustjacket enclosed in protective plastic. Light shelfwear.; "Treachery" (also published under the title "The Privateer's Revenge" in the United States) is a novel by Julian Stockwin that is part of his expansive Kydd Sea Adventures series. This installment focuses on Thomas Kydd, who is now a captain of his own ship, navigating both the high seas and the intricate web of naval politics during the Napoleonic Wars. In "Treachery, " Kydd finds himself back in England, where he becomes embroiled in a conspiracy that threatens not only his command but also his life. After being unjustly accused of a crime, Kydd must use all his wits and naval expertise to clear his name and restore his reputation. This challenge tests his resolve and his loyalty to his friends and his country.; 24 x 16 x 3.5cm; 344 pages; Signed by Author.