Sharpe's Company - (Sharpe's Adventures) by Bernard Cornwell (Paperback)

About the Book

The year is 1812, and Richard Sharpe has one mission: to thwart Napoleon's dream of empire. Sharpe and the fighting men of the Light Company must gain control of two fortress cities in Spain if Wellington's army is to stem the Napoleonic tide.

Book Synopsis

To stem the Napoleonic tide, Sharpe must capture a fortress--where his wife and infant daughter are trapped--while protecting himself from a fellow officer determined to destroy him.

In an era dominated by war and ambition, the relentless Richard Sharpe and his comrades find themselves on a mission to thwart Napoleon's dream of empire. As they navigate treacherous landscapes and face the perils of battle, Sharpe's determination is matched only by his relentless adversary.

Review Quotes

"The world may have a new literary hero. His name is Richard Sharpe."--Philadelphia Inquirer

"A masterful blend of fiction and historical detail."--Newsday

About the Author

Bernard Cornwell's Richard Sharpe series takes its hero to the battle of Waterloo--and beyond. Several novels are the basis of a television miniseries. He was born in London and lives in Chatham, Massachusetts.