Books by "Archibald William Smith"
9 books found
All three books in 'The Rise Of An English Lawbreaker', a series of historical fiction by Malcolm Archibald, now in one volume! Dancing: Set in the midst of bloody smuggling wars in 1762 Kent, England, 'Dancing' is the thrilling tale of John Smith, a man with a score to settle after his father's murder. Determined to join the Free Traders of Kent and seek revenge, Smith becomes embroiled in deadly skirmishes with rival gangs and the law. But when he crosses paths with Ambrose Grant, a formidable member of the Preventative Service, their clash leads to life-changing consequences. 'Dancing' is the first installment in Malcolm Archibald's gripping 'The Rise of an English Lawbreaker' series, an exciting adventure that immerses readers in the dangerous world of daring men, bold women, and the fight for survival in a lawless land. Riding: In the second installment of Malcolm Archibald's 'The Rise Of An English Lawbreaker' series, the smuggler-turned-highwayman John Smith, known as the Yellowhammer, faces new challenges. He must protect his inland trade while avoiding Lord Fitzwarren's hired killer and the eccentric Lady Charlotte's desire for revenge against his old companion, Bess. As Smith navigates a world of backstabbing and deceit, he must balance survival and protecting those he cares about. Will he be able to outmaneuver his enemies and ride off into the sunset with his fortune intact? This thrilling historical adventure is set in 18th century England and will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. Reigning: In 'Reigning', the final installment of Malcolm Archibald's 'The Rise Of An English Lawbreaker' trilogy, former smuggler and highwayman turned Lord Fitzwarren, John Smith, faces off against his unscrupulous rival, Charles Shapland, and his accomplice Kate Rider, who hold a grudge against him. As Smith defends his trading empire with the help of his friends Bancroft and Judd, he must also navigate the involvement of the mysterious Mr. Jay, a group of scuffle-hunters, and the Bow Street Runners amidst the backdrop of the American War of Independence.
Reprint of the original, first published in 1858. The Antigonos publishing house specialises in the publication of reprints of historical books. We make sure that these works are made available to the public in good condition in order to preserve their cultural heritage.
The successful smuggler, John Smith has become a highwayman to safeguard his inland trade. Riding the roads as the Yellowhammer, he makes both friends and enemies as he robs the rich and powerful. Yet his old companion Bess is in danger when the eccentric Lady Charlotte finds out who she is, and Lord Fitzwarren employs a killer to hunt Smith down. In a story full of backstabbing, cheating and deceit, Smith is in danger of being outmaneuvered by an expert. With the killer on his heels, Smith has to toe the line between survival and keeping Bess safe. But can he manage to escape with his life, and his fortune, as he turns from dancing on the waves to riding the king's highways? A historical adventure set in 18th century England, 'Riding' is the second book in Malcolm Archibald's 'The Rise Of An English Lawbreaker' series.
Archibald McDonald was one of the most important fur traders in the region west of the Rockies. He is particularly remembered as a factor at Forts Langley, Kamloops, and Colville, and as one of the traders who enabled the Hudson's Bay Company to gain control of the vast region west of the Rockies. A pioneer cartographer, he also prepared the first censuses of Kamloops and Fort Langley. In this informative and entertaining collection of letters, his life as a factor, family man, amateur naturalist, and close observer of everything going on around him provides an invaluable glimpse of both the man and the Pacific Northwest.