Sharpe’s Fortress

Sharpe’s Fortress sees Bernard Cornwell’s celebrated hero fighting for his life – and for victory – at the deadly siege of Gawilghur. Following on from Sharpe’s Tiger and Sharpe’s Triumph, Bernard Cornwell completes his India trilogy in truly spectacular fashion: with the infamous siege at the fortress of Gawilghur. This special Folio series follows the career of historical fiction’s favourite soldier, charting his rise from lowly private to his ultimate destiny as a tough and canny leader of men. These early adventures give readers a unique insight into what made Sharpe the man he is – and how he earned the long scar under his eye.