{"product_id":"the-torrid-zone-9780988236097","title":"The Torrid Zone","description":"A tired ship with a worn out crew, but HMS Scylla has one more trip to make before her much postponed re-fit. Bound for St Helena, she is to deliver the island's next governor; a simple enough mission and, as peace looks likely to be declared, no one is expecting difficulties. Except, perhaps, the commander of a powerful French battle squadron, who has other ideas.With conflict and intrigue at sea and ashore, The Torrid Zone is filled to the gunnels with action, excitement and fascinating historical detail; a truly engaging read.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlaric Bond was born in Surrey, and now lives in Herstmonceux, East Sussex. He has been writing professionally for over twenty years. His interests include the British Navy, 1793-1815, and the RNVR during WWII. He is also a keen collector of old or unusual musical instruments, and 78 rpm records. Alaric Bond is a member of various historical societies and regularly gives talks to groups and organisations.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Old Salt Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50331325530386,"sku":"9780988236097","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_706e2bb2-b8a5-45c9-b726-b77e97d1757d.jpg?v=1727813771","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-torrid-zone-9780988236097","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}