Till date, he has written a total of 5 novel series and the. The eagles prey by simon scarrow overdrive rakuten. Buy the paperback book under the eagle eagles of the empire 1 by simon scarrow at indigo. He completed a masters degree at the university of east anglia after working for the inland revenue, and then went into teaching as a lecturer, firstly at east norfolk sixth form college, then at city college norwich. If you dont know simon scarrow, you dont know rome. Under the eagle sees the arrival of a young cato with the legion and his experiences as he comes to terms with life in the army with macro in germania. Under the eagle is the gripping first novel in simon scarrow s bestselling eagles of the empire series. While centurions macro and cato are returning to rome from a harrowing campaign against the parthians, their transport ship is almost capsized by a tidal wave. The books featured on this site are aimed primarily at readers aged or above and therefore you must be years or over to sign up to our newsletter. The eagle and the wolves by simon scarrow, paperback. The devastation wrought by the earthquake and the conequencies it brings are easy to imagine as you read. His roman soldier heroes cato and macro made their debut in 2000 in under the eagle, and have subsequently appeared in many bestsellers in the eagles of. Shortlisted for the wilbur smith adventure writing prize.
Eagles of the empire, book 1 audible audio edition. Withdrawn exlibrary copy, flyleaf removed, protective cover to dj attached to boardsquite goodquite good 1st impression 1st edition 2000 headline hardback, unclipped dj in protective sleeve, taped to inside of boards, flyleaf removed and library sale stamp and price. The fourth novel in simon scarrows bestselling roman series. A must read for fans of bernard cornwell and conn iggulden. It is 42 ad, and quintus licinius cato has just arrived in germany as a new recruit to the second legion, the toughest in the. The book even details the process of equipment maintenance and supply. Scarrow has signed off on an additional two books in the series with the. Its 44 ad, and vespasian and the second legion are forging ahead. The eagles prey, simon scarrow, book, new paperback ebay. The eagle in the sand is the actionpacked seventh novel in simon scarrows bestselling eagles of the empire series.
Wintery roman britain in ad 52 is the setting for an actionpacked novel of courage. Eagles of the empire, book 18 audible audiobook unabridged. He is best known for his eagle series of roman military fiction set in the territories of the roman empire, covering the second invasion of britain and the. Under the eagle audiobook free background under the eagle audiobook is the first book in the eagles of the empire series, by simon scarrow and is.
Scarrow s writing style is not unlike bernard cornwells. In all, he has written over 30 novels in his career spanning 15 years. Under the eagle by simon scarrow, 9780786240760, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. His many successful books include his eagles of the empire novels featuring roman soldiers macro and cato, most recently traitors of rome, the blood of rome, day of the caesars, invictus and britannia, as well as hearts of stone, set in greece during the second world war, sword and scimitar, about the 1565 siege of malta, and a quartet. It takes place around 42ad on the german frontier and in preroman britain. It is ad 42, and quintus licinius cato has just arrived in germany as a new recruit to the second legion, the toughest in the roman army. The eagle book series by simon scarrow includes books under the eagle, the eagles conquest, when the eagle hunts, and several more. Buy a cheap copy of under the eagle book by simon scarrow. The mighty roman army faces britains defiant tribes in this epic fifth novel of simon scarrows acclaimed series, the eagles prey it is late summer ad 44, and the battleweary roman legions. He loves them and is almost done with the last one.
The gladiator is the compelling ninth novel in simon scarrow s bestselling eagles of the empire series. The eagle in the sand is the actionpacked seventh novel in simon scarrow s bestselling eagles of the empire series. Simon scarrow is the author of the bestselling eagles series of historical fiction novels about two roman soldiers set in the 1st century ad, following their travels and adventures trials and. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Nevertheless, under the eagle is a very well done story with interesting characters and a. Welcome alex simon extras shop scarrow forum competition. Simon completed a masters degree at the university of east anglia after working at the inland revenue, and then went into teaching as a lecturer, firstly at east norfolk sixth form college, then at city college norwich. A mustread for fans of bernard cornwell and conn iggulden. He loves them and is almost done with the last one, having gone through all 8 or 9 even with his schoolwork and required class reading. It is the year 42 ad, and centurion macro, battlescarred and fearless, is in the heart of germany with the second. The paper work expected of all centurions is burdensome. Eagles of the empire, book 1 audible audiobook unabridged.
Under the eagle by scarrow, simon and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Britannia eagles of the empire 14 by simon scarrow books. Under the eagle is the gripping first novel in simon scarrows bestselling eagles of the empire series. Under the eagle and millions of other books are available for instant access. The eagle and the wolves by simon scarrow, paperback barnes. Published in 2000, this story is a mustread for fans of bernard cornwell and conn iggulden.
Britannia eagles of the empire 14 ebook by simon scarrow. Centurion, by simon scarrow, read by stephen pacey a neveradullmoment adventure set in the farthest desert outpost of the roman empire. In the eagle and the wolves, the epic fourth novel of simon scarrows series, its a. Treachery lurks on every corner, and a shadowy republican movement, the liberators, has spread its tentacles wide. Simon scarrows passion for writing began at an early age. Under the eagle is written with an insight into the nature of warfare which is usually seen in a more modern light, not in the ancient context. Oct 10, 20 under the eagle is the gripping first novel in simon scarrow s bestselling eagles of the empire series. See the complete eagle series book list in order, box. If you havent started the series, go and find under the eagle the first in the.
Withdrawn exlibrary copy, flyleaf removed, protective. Simon scarrow produces an excellent story with realistic characters as the battles commence and the blood flows. Third installment in scarrows saga of roman centurion macro the eagles conquest, 2002, etc. Eagles of the empire is a historical military fiction series written by simon scarrow. See the complete eagle series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. Simon scarrow is a uk based author, born in nigeria in 1962 he now lives in norfolk. Under the eagle is the gripping first novel in simon scarrows bestselling eagles of. Get the audible audiobook for the reduced price of. He was educated at the university of east anglia and was a history professor before becoming a full. During the first roman invasion of britain, a group of legionaries lose the armys pay chest in a marsh. Scarrow has signed off on an additional two books in the series with the publisher headline, the 19th and 20th novels in. Read britannia eagles of the empire 14 by simon scarrow available from rakuten kobo.
Under the eagle eagles of the empire 1 by simon scarrow. Nevertheless, under the eagle is a very well done story with interesting characters and a compelling plot. Simon scarrow audio books, best sellers, author bio. The eagle and the wolves audiobook simon scarrow audible. Simon scarrows under the eagle series has become a must buy for me and with this story he continues with another invaluable tale. Under the eagle is the first book in the eagles of the empire series, by simon scarrow and is his debut novel, introducing the characters of quintus licinius cato and lucius cornelius macro. He completed a masters degree at the university of east anglia after working for the. The eagles prophecy eagles of the empire 6 by simon. Perfect for fans of bernard cornwell and conn iggulden. Eagles of the empire began in july 2000 with the publication of under the eagle and as of november 2018. Thriller writer baldacci a minute to midnight, 2019, etc. I love simon scarrows cato and macro books and read them all at least once.
The eagle book series by simon scarrow includes books under the eagle, the eagle s conquest, when the eagle hunts, and several more. Simon scarrow is the author of the bestselling eagles series of historical fiction novels about two roman soldiers set in the 1st century ad, following their travels and adventures trials and tribulations across the roman world. Welcome alex simon extras shop scarrow forum competition it is 42 ad, and quintus licinius cato has just arrived in germany as a new recruit to the second legion, the toughest in the roman army. The eagle in the sand by scarrow, simon and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Simon scarrow is the internationally bestselling author of the roman legion series. Simon scarrow is a popular novelist from the united kingdom, who is best known for his novels based on the historical fiction genre.
Centurion macro and newly appointed centurion cato are ordered by vespasian to provide verica, aged ruler of the atrebates, with an army. Hi all in an inspired moment about 18 months ago, i suggested simon scarrows catomacro eagle books to my son. Simon scarrow is a ukbased author, born in nigeria and now based in norfolk. The books featured on this site are aimed primarily at readers aged or above and therefore you must be years or. The brand new thrilling roman adventure a top ten bestseller in hardback from simon scarrow, author of the legion and the gladiator. Buy the eagles prophecy eagles of the empire 6 by simon scarrow from waterstones today. Under the eagle 1st edition hardback by simon scarrow. Under the eagle eagles of the empire 1, book by simon. Scarrow writes of the basics of everyday life in the legions, allowing the reader to discover the intimate details of this hard life at the same time as young cato discovers them. Under the eagle highlights clothing and equipment issue, which reminds me of the beginning of my military duty.
Under the eagle audiobook online streaming eagles of the. It is the year 42 ad, and centurion macro, battlescarred and fearless, is in the heart of germany with the second legion, the toughest in the roman army. Till date, he has written a total of 5 novel series and the most notable novel series written by him is the eagle series. Eagles of the empire began in july 2000 with the publication of under the eagle and as of november 2018 there are 18 novels in the series. Eagles of the empire audiobook audiobook series by simon. Currently the first book under the eagle is under option for either a film of mini series following the adventures of macro and cato. Under the eagle is the gripping first novel in simon scarrows bestselling eagles of the empire. Under the eagle explains the ranks, equipment, and discipline, expected in a legion.
He was educated at the university of east anglia and was a history professor before becoming a fulltime writer. Below is a list of simon scarrows books in order of when they were first. Britannia eagles of the empire 14 by simon scarrow. In the eagle and the wolves, the epic fourth novel of simon scarrow s series, its a. After a childhood spent travelling the world, he pursued his great love of history as a teacher before becoming a fulltime writer.
The mighty roman army faces britains defiant tribes in this epic fifth novel of simon scarrow s acclaimed series, the eagle s prey it is late summer ad 44, and the battleweary roman legions are in their second year of campaigning against the british tribes. Eagles of the empire, book 1 audible audiobook unabridged simon scarrow author, david thorpe. The eagle and the wolves is the gripping fourth novel in simon scarrows bestselling eagles of the. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. Dec 12, 2008 centurion, by simon scarrow, read by stephen pacey a neveradullmoment adventure set in the farthest desert outpost of the roman empire. Centurion eagles of the empire 8 audiobook by simon scarrow.