The emperor's gold : from the archives of the Comptrollerate-General for Scrutiny and Survey
Wilton, Robert, 1973-2011
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This is an intense, imaginative and darkly atmospheric thriller set in 1805, when Britain was within hours of invasion and defeat by Napoleon. It is a cross between O'Brian and le Carre with a nod towards Jasper Kent or Susanna Clarke.
Main title:
The emperor's gold : from the archives of the Comptrollerate-General for Scrutiny and Survey / arranged by Robert Wilton.
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Imprint:
London : Corvus, 2011.
Collation:
432 p. ; 25 cm.
ISBN:
9781848878372 (hbk)1848878370 (hbk)
Dewey class:
823.9'2
Local class:
F
Language:
English
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BRN:
466857