Richard Hopton has uncovered the long overlooked defeat of Napoleon's forces by General Sir John Stuart at Maida, southern Italy in 1806. For many years the only hint that there had been a triumph there has been the residential area of North West London, that derives its name from the battle. The author brilliantly describes the cast of colourful yet highly improbably characters whose fate and circumstances brought them together. Arguably pride of place must go to Ferdinand II, Ruler of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, ...
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Richard Hopton has uncovered the long overlooked defeat of Napoleon's forces by General Sir John Stuart at Maida, southern Italy in 1806. For many years the only hint that there had been a triumph there has been the residential area of North West London, that derives its name from the battle. The author brilliantly describes the cast of colourful yet highly improbably characters whose fate and circumstances brought them together. Arguably pride of place must go to Ferdinand II, Ruler of the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, whose eccentricity was only exceeded by his abject incompetence.
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Seller's Description:
This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in fair condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 9780850528459.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in good condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 550grams, ISBN: 9780850528459.