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Storm and Conquest
The Battle for the Indian Ocean, 1808-10
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The narrative delves into the harrowing experiences of individuals facing hurricanes at sea, highlighting their struggles for survival. It explores the ambitions of men, women, and children who sought to establish careers, accumulate wealth, or forge marriages amidst the perilous backdrop of the Eastern seas. Their shared journey illustrates the dual nature of these environments, revealing both their beauty and their dangers as they confront the challenges posed by nature and conflict with the French.
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Storm and Conquest, Stephen Taylor
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- Released
- 2008
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- Title
- Storm and Conquest
- Subtitle
- The Battle for the Indian Ocean, 1808-10
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Stephen Taylor
- Publisher
- Faber & Faber
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 416
- ISBN13
- 9780571224678
- Category
- History, World history, Military
- Description
- The narrative delves into the harrowing experiences of individuals facing hurricanes at sea, highlighting their struggles for survival. It explores the ambitions of men, women, and children who sought to establish careers, accumulate wealth, or forge marriages amidst the perilous backdrop of the Eastern seas. Their shared journey illustrates the dual nature of these environments, revealing both their beauty and their dangers as they confront the challenges posed by nature and conflict with the French.