Tim Severin was a British explorer, historian, and writer celebrated for retracing the legendary journeys of historical figures. His adventurous narratives blend historical accuracy with compelling storytelling, drawing readers into the past through meticulously researched expeditions. Severin's work captures the spirit of exploration and discovery, offering unique perspectives on pivotal moments in history.
Set in the perilous waters of the seventeenth century, Hector Lynch embarks on a treacherous journey filled with conflict against ruthless warlords and treacherous crewmates. His adventure is driven by a passionate quest to reunite with the woman he loves, navigating the dangers of piracy and betrayal along the way. Tim Severin's third installment in the Pirate series promises thrilling escapades and vivid historical detail.
A voyage back to the seventeenth century and life on dangerous seas. In Tim Severin's fifth Pirate adventure, Freebooter, Hector Lynch is caught up in a lawless plunder in his search for freedom.
The Pope's Assassin is the third book in Tim Severin's thrilling historical adventure series set in Saxon times.
Sailing across the Caribbean, Hector Lynch falls into the hands of the notorious buccaneer, Captain John Coxon. Hector's two friends, Dan and Jaques are released when Coxon mistakes Hector as the nephew of Sir Thomas Lynch the Governor of Jamaica - an error that Hector encourages.
A voyage back to the seventeenth century and life on dangerous seas. In Tim Severin's first Pirate adventure, Corsair, Hector Lynch experiences slavery and warfare while searching for his sister.
Sigwulf, a Saxon prince who has found himself at the court of King Carolus in France, is summoned by the royal advisor. A rare white elephant has been sent as a gift from the Caliph of Baghdad - and Carolus is determined to send an embassy to the Caliph bearing presents of equal prize to encourage good political relations. Sigwulf and his companions Osric and Walo are sent on a deadly mission to search the wild northlands of Europe for the rarest of creatures for the Caliph, including a giant, lethal wild ox, elusive hunting falcons and polar bears. Every animal they capture must be white, the royal colour of Baghdad. But it seems that someone is trying to prevent the embassy from succeeding. As they set out with their menagerie of creatures across the hot, dusty roads to the Middle East, Sigwulf finds them ambushed at every corner
Betrayal and treachery, The Book of Dreams is the first in Tim Severin's thrilling historical adventure series set in Saxon times.
King's Man by Tim Severin is the thrilling third volume in the captivating Viking trilogy - an epic adventure in a world full of Norse mythology and bloodthirsty battles. Constantinople, 1035: Thorgils has become a member of the Varangian lifeguard and witnesses the glories of the richest city on earth but also the murderous ways of the imperial family. Under the leadership of warrior chief Harald Sigurdsson he is set up as the unwitting bait in a deadly ambush to destroy Arab pirates harassing the Byzantine shipping lanes in the Mediterranean. When Harald eventually ascends the throne of Norway, his liegeman Thorgils is despatched on a secret mission to Duke William of Normandy with a plan to coordinate the twin invasions of England. On 20 September 1066 Harald's fleet of three hundred ships sails up the Ouse, confident of success, but a prophetic dream warns Thorgils that Duke William has duped his allies and the Norsemen are heading for disaster at Stamford Bridge. Thorgils embarks upon a race against time to reach and warn his liege lord before the battle begins. But will Odinn's devout follower really be able to anticipate what fate has decreed and save the heritage of his Viking ancestors?
