This is a Brand New book in excellent condition. - Format: Paperback
- Author: Ralph D. Sawyer
- ISBN10: 1795492880
- ISBN13: 9781795492881
Although the war of 1812 proved critical to Americas survival and identity, in the spring of 1811, amid escalating antagonism and emotional zealotry, the prospects for survival were abysmal. Troubled by developments threatening to engulf them all, Daniel Thompson, a young New Englander feels compelled to forestall the conflict. He well knows Britains powerful navy is the key to any possible invasion, as well the impregnability of their realm. Despite having no hope of seriously damaging the fleet, he believes inflicting localized but significant damage might dampen Englands antagonistic fervor and cause King George to hesitate. Prompted by the chance discovery of pages from a Chinese military manual and inspired by ancient Greek tactics, Daniel coopts his brother in a Quixotic but dangerous quest. Eventually making their way to England, they are compelled to resort to deceit, disinformation, feints, facades, and the 'ploy of suffering flesh,' all in an attempt to achieve his aim. Set in an era of burgeoning conflict and sterling martial developments, including the earliest submarine and Congreaves rockets, and historically accurate throughout, Solitary Subversives is an intrigue-filled tale of hope, consternation, duplicity, and ill-fated romance.
