Ross Poldark: A Novel of Cornwall 1783 - 1787 by Winston Graham (English) Paperb

Description: Ross Poldark by Winston Graham The first book in the legendary Poldark series introduces Ross Poldark as he returns home to Cornwall and faces the changes that have taken place in his absence. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Ross Poldark is the first novel in Winston Grahams hugely popular Poldark series, which has become a television phenomenon starring Aidan Turner.Cornwall in the 1780s - when powerful forces of revolution and reaction are at large in the world.Tired from a grim war in America, Ross Poldark returns to his land and his family. But the joyful homecoming he has anticipated turns sour, for his father is dead, his estate is derelict and the girl he loves is engaged to his cousin.But his sympathy for the destitute miners and farmers of the district leads him to rescue a half-starved urchin girl from a fairground brawl and take her home - an act which alters the whole course of his life . . .Ross Poldark is followed by Demelza, the second novel in this evocative series set in 18th century Cornwall.From the incomparable Winston Graham . . . who has everything that anyone else has, then a whole lot more - Guardian Author Biography Winston Graham is the author of more than 40 novels, which include Cordelia, Marnie, The Walking Stick and Stephanie as well as the highly successful Poldark series. His novels have been translated into 17 languages. Six of Winston Grahams books have been filmed for the big screen, the most notable being Marnie, directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Two television series were made of the Poldark novels which were broadcast in 22 countries. Winston Graham was a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and in 1983 was awarded the OBE. He died in July 2003. Review Ross is one of literatures great heroes . . . [with] elements of Darcy, Heathcliff, Rhett Butler and Robin Hood -- Debbie Horsfield Review Quote (previous edition) Ross is one of literatures great heroes . . . [with] elements of Darcy, Heathcliff, Rhett Butler and Robin Hood Review Quote Ross is one of literatures great heroes . . . [with] elements of Darcy, Heathcliff, Rhett Butler and Robin Hood Promotional "Headline" The first book in the legendary Poldark series introduces Ross Poldark as he returns home to Cornwall and faces the changes that have taken place in his absence. Description for Bookstore Cornwall in the 1780s - when powerful forces of revolution and reaction are at large in the world.Tired from a grim war in America, Ross Poldark returns to his land and his family. But the joyful homecoming he has anticipated turns sour, for his father is dead, his estate is derelict and the girl he loves is engaged to his cousin.But his sympathy for the destitute miners and farmers of the district leads him to rescue a half-starved urchin girl from a fairground brawl and take her home - an act which alters the whole course of his life...From the incomparable Winston Graham... who has everything that anyone else has, then a whole lot more Guardian Details ISBN0330463292 Author Winston Graham Publisher Pan Macmillan Year 2008 ISBN-10 0330463292 ISBN-13 9780330463294 Format Paperback Imprint Pan Books Subtitle A Novel of Cornwall 1783 - 1787 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Birth 1909 Media Book Series Poldark Edition 1st Language English Pages 464 Short Title Ross Poldark Vol. 11 UK Release Date 2008-06-06 Publication Date 2008-06-06 Audience Age 18 Edition Description Unabridged edition DEWEY FIC Audience General AU Release Date 2008-05-25 NZ Release Date 2008-05-25 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:14682502;

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