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Published by Pen and Sword Fiction, 2014
ISBN 10: 1783462884ISBN 13: 9781783462889
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Book
Paperback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.
Published by Pen & Sword Books Ltd, United Kingdom, Barnsley, 2014
ISBN 10: 1783462884ISBN 13: 9781783462889
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Book
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 'A boat goes forward only when the crew row together' - Proverb The worst hurricane for over a century devastated the south coast of England in 1866, during a period when emergency services were in their infancy. In the town of Poole, Dorset, the newly-appointed lifeboat is launched to aid the numerous stricken ships in the vicinity but unaccountably fails to save any lives. Many sailors are drowned as a result. In an era when gallantry and self-sacrifice were expected, the lifeboatmen are publicly accused of cowardice by the Mayor and local dignitaries creating a serious rift in a close-knit community. It is in this atmosphere of suspicion and blame that lifeboat coxswain Richard Stokes finds himself, tasked with overcoming a prevailing sense of pessimism and creating a viable team which will be ready for the next maritime emergency. By recognising the weaknesses that lie within both his crew and himself, he endeavours to take the sometimes painful steps to put them right. In a divided community battered by the rages of the sea, relationships and loyalties are tested in dramatic style. When an opportunity eventually presents itself for the lifeboatmen to test their mettle, they are prepared to put all plans in action and present a courageous front. In violent seas, they are called to a treacherously unstable wreck with forty-six men trapped on board. Will Richard and his men be able to save all souls on board and redeem past mistakes, or will this be yet another opportunity for the community to blast their efforts and deem their services dangerously insufficient? This fast paced true story portrays an authentic and enthralling evocation of a nineteenth century seafaring community on the brink of great change. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Pen and Sword Fiction, 2014
ISBN 10: 1783462884ISBN 13: 9781783462889
Seller: Mr. Bookman, Franklin, PA, U.S.A.
Book
Condition: LikeNew. TRUST OUR FEEDBACK RATING. USED LIKE NEW .1. Construction of the book is about perfect i.e. Strong tight spine. No loose pages. Boards are in excellent condition i.e. hard, strong and square with only extremely minimal (if any) shelf wear on the edges. Dust Jacket is in fresh, clean condition with No tears, major creases or major marks. Very minimal (if any) shelf wear along the edges of the DJ. Inside the book there is No writing, highlighting, marks or underlining on any of the pages. No page discoloration. This is a like new looking book. All books are mailed out in a bubble wrap mailer to protect your purchase. Orders are ALWAYS shipped same day or next day with FREE TRACKING emailed to you automatically. (WE TRY HARD TO DESCRIBE OUR BOOKS ACCURATELY SO YOU CAN BUY WITH CONFIDENCE).
Published by Pen and Sword Fiction, 2014
ISBN 10: 1783462884ISBN 13: 9781783462889
Seller: MusicMagpie, Stockport, United Kingdom
Book
Condition: Very Good. 1684254316. 5/16/2023 4:25:16 PM.
Published by Pen and Sword Books Ltd, 2014
ISBN 10: 1783462884ISBN 13: 9781783462889
Seller: Reuseabook, Gloucester, GLOS, United Kingdom
Book
Hardcover. Condition: Used; Good. Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Ripped/damaged jacket. The dust jacket of this book is slightly damaged/ripped, however, this does not affect the internal condition. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages.
Published by Pen & Sword Books Limited, 2014
ISBN 10: 1783462884ISBN 13: 9781783462889
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Book
Condition: Very Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.
Published by Pen & Sword Books Ltd, 2014
ISBN 10: 1783462884ISBN 13: 9781783462889
Seller: Lewes Book Centre, LEWES East Sussex, ES, United Kingdom
Book First Edition
Hardcover. Condition: New. Dust Jacket Condition: New. 1st Edition. NEW HARDBACK,IN NEW D/J.2014,1st edition.390,pages.
Published by Pen & Sword, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, 2014
ISBN 10: 1783462884ISBN 13: 9781783462889
Seller: Greystone Books, Margate, United Kingdom
Book First Edition Signed
Hardback. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. First edition, First Printing. NrF/NrF. First edition, first printing in d/w not price clipped. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR, without dedication on title-page. Signing reads, 'Simon Wills/Poole 2014'. An historical fiction, based on a true story, set in Poole, Dorset. It is a fast-paced novel providing an authentic evocation of a nineteenth-century seafaring community. The worst huricane for over a century devistated the south coast of England in 1866 when emergency services were in their infancy. The author, Simon Wills, is a maritme genealogist and writer. A near fine copy , in a near fine d/w, of a SCARCE first edition, first printing SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR. D/w now protected in a detachable, non-adhesive, clear sheaf. Signed by Author.
Published by Barnsley. Pen & Sword Books Ltd, 2014
ISBN 10: 1783462884ISBN 13: 9781783462889
Seller: Libris Books, Bristol, United Kingdom
Book First Edition Signed
Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 1st Edition. Barnsley. Pen & Sword Books Ltd. 2014. First Edition. No further remarks. Hard Cover. Medium 8vo. 6.5 x 9.3 . ([16.5cm x 23.5cm] approx. 385 pp and notes to the rear. Black cloth boards with gilt titles to the spine. Jacket design by Dominic Allen. Inscribed by the author in black ink direct to the title page and dated March 2014. Book and jacket are new. This fast paced true story portrays an authentic and enthralling evocation of a nineteenth century seafaring community on the brink of great change. The worst hurricane for over a century devastated the south coast of England in 1866, during a period when emergency services were in their infancy. In the town of Poole, Dorset, the newly-appointed lifeboat is launched to aid the numerous stricken ships in the vicinity but unaccountably fails to save any lives. Many sailors are drowned as a result. In an era when gallantry and self-sacrifice were expected, the lifeboatmen are publicly accused of cowardice by the Mayor and local dignitaries creating a serious rift in a close-knit community. The author is a maritime genealogist. This is his first novel, borne of many years research into the social and maritime history of Poole, and the early days of the lifeboat service. The dust jacket will be protected with a new acetate sleeve which is removable. Please contact us if you would like any more information or additional images. Postage price quoted outside the UK is for a book up to 1kg using UPS or Transglobal Express. For books sent within the UK, there will be no extra charge for books up to 2kg which are sent by Royal Mail. Postage quoted in the UK is the actual cost (£3.45). All books are sent in protective packing and custom book box. If your book is intended as a gift, please let us know and we will gift wrap it free of charge with a card and any message. Inscribed by Author(s).
Published by Pen and Sword Fiction, 2014
ISBN 10: 1783462884ISBN 13: 9781783462889
Seller: Mr. Bookman, Franklin, PA, U.S.A.
Book
Condition: New. All books are mailed out in a bubble wrap mailer to protect your purchase. Orders are ALWAYS shipped same day or next day with FREE TRACKING emailed to you automatically. (WE TRY HARD TO DESCRIBE OUR BOOKS ACCURATELY SO YOU CAN BUY WITH CONFIDENCE).