{"product_id":"the-sharpe-series-bernard-cornwell-5-books-collection-set-historical-fiction-paperback","title":"The Sharpe Series by Bernard Cornwell 5 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSharpe's Tiger: The Siege of Seringapatam, 1799\u003cbr\u003e\nSharpe's Triumph: The Battle of Assaye, September 1803\u003cbr\u003e\nSharpe's Fortress\u003cbr\u003e\nSharpe's Trafalgar\u003cbr\u003e\nSharpe's Prey: The Expedition to Copenhagen, 1807\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: HarperCollins\u003cbr\u003e\nSeries: The Sharpe Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis five-book paperback collection brings together some of the most thrilling early chapters in Bernard Cornwell's Richard Sharpe saga, following the young soldier's rise from the ranks during Britain's brutal imperial wars. Spanning the siege of Seringapatam in 1799 through the Copenhagen expedition of 1807, these novels chart Sharpe's transformation from streetwise private to battle-hardened officer. Fans of meticulously researched military history, high-stakes strategy, and unforgettable characters will find this set an ideal introduction or a satisfying continuation of one of historical fiction's most beloved sagas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBernard Cornwell's Sharpe novels pair rigorous historical research with propulsive, character-driven storytelling, and this set gathers five pivotal early installments. Sharpe's Tiger opens the collection in the treacherous world of Tippoo Sultan's Mysore, where a young private must survive court intrigue and brutal combat during the siege of Seringapatam. Sharpe's Triumph and Sharpe's Fortress follow him through the Battle of Assaye and the storming of the Gawilghur fortress, tracking his hard-won promotion and the growing burden of command under General Arthur Wellesley. Sharpe's Trafalgar shifts the action to sea, placing Sharpe amid the thunder of Nelson's fleet during one of naval history's most decisive engagements. Sharpe's Prey closes the set with a tense mission to Copenhagen, where Sharpe races to stop a fleet from falling into French hands. Across all five books, Cornwell blends authentic period detail, from weaponry and tactics to the social hierarchies of Georgian Britain, with fast-paced, morally complex storytelling. Readers encounter shifting loyalties, brutal battlefield realities, and a hero whose flaws and resourcefulness make him feel genuinely human. This set offers a cohesive arc of adventure, warfare, and personal growth that rewards both new readers and longtime fans of the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete five-book paperback set covering pivotal early campaigns in Sharpe's career\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeticulously researched settings spanning India, the high seas, and Georgian Europe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-paced, action-driven storytelling from a bestselling historical fiction author\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA satisfying, self-contained arc perfect for binge-reading or gradual collecting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat gift for history buffs, military fiction fans, and adventure readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact paperback format, easy to read, shelve, and pass along to fellow fans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSharpe's Tiger — Set during the 1799 siege of Seringapatam, this novel introduces Sharpe as a private navigating treachery within Tippoo Sultan's court.\u003cbr\u003e\nSharpe's Triumph — Set at the 1803 Battle of Assaye, Sharpe fights alongside Arthur Wellesley against the Mahratta forces.\u003cbr\u003e\nSharpe's Fortress — Following the storming of the Gawilghur fortress, Sharpe adjusts to the responsibilities of his hard-earned commission.\u003cbr\u003e\nSharpe's Trafalgar — Sharpe is swept into the naval world during the 1805 Battle of Trafalgar, far from his usual land campaigns.\u003cbr\u003e\nSharpe's Prey — Set in 1807, Sharpe undertakes a tense mission to Copenhagen to prevent a fleet from being seized by Napoleon's forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBernard Cornwell is a bestselling British author known for his historical fiction, most notably the Richard Sharpe series following a soldier's rise through the ranks during the Napoleonic Wars. His novels combine meticulous historical research with fast-paced, emotionally engaging storytelling. Cornwell has written numerous acclaimed series set across different historical periods, earning a devoted international readership, and his work has also inspired television adaptations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPerfect for history lovers, military fiction fans, or anyone building a collectible library, this five-book set delivers gripping battles, sharp wit, and authentic period detail in one paperback bundle. A great gift for birthdays, holidays, or summer reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bernard Cornwell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57173441151350,"sku":"MAN-9123670711","price":30.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/the-sharpe-series-bernard-cornwell-paperback.jpg?v=1785859634","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/the-sharpe-series-bernard-cornwell-5-books-collection-set-historical-fiction-paperback","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}