For My Country's Freedom

by Alexander Kent

Overview

War with Britain's former colony looms on the horizon, and Admiral Sir Richard Bolitho must lead a squadron against the powerful new ships of the United States navy. Supported by his loyal crew, Bolitho must use all his ingenuity to defeat one of America's great naval commanders, Nathan Beer.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780935526844
Publisher:	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Publication date:	10/01/2000
Series:	Bolitho Series , #23
Pages:	303
Sales rank:	415,539
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.73(d)

About the Author

Alexander Kent, pen name of Douglas Edward Reeman, joined the British Navy at 16, serving on destroyers and small craft during World War II, and eventually rising to the rank of lieutenant. He has taught navigation to yachtsmen and has served as a script adviser for television and films. His books have been translated into nearly two dozen languages.

Editorial Reviews

"Authentic, inspiring, well-characterized and finally, moving."  —Sunday Times of London



"Impeccable naval detail and plenty of action." —Sunday Telegraph

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