Titles in This Set. Sharpe's Tiger. Sharpe's Triumph. Sharpe's Fortress. Sharpe's Trafalgar. Sharpe's Prey. Condition: Brand New. Format: Paperback. ISBN: 9780007989256. Publisher: HarperCollins. Age Range: Adult. Overview. Step into the smoke and thunder of the Napoleonic Wars with this five-book paperback collection that launches the legendary career of Richard Sharpe. Beginning in the sun-scorched forts of India and ending on the deck of a merchantman bound for Trafalgar, these first five novels trace Sharpe's rise from private to officer. Bernard Cornwell's meticulously researched, fast-paced storytelling has made the series a modern classic of historical adventure fiction, beloved by readers who enjoy Patrick O'Brian and C. S. Forester alike.. About the Books. This collection gathers the opening chapters of Richard Sharpe's extraordinary military career, chronologically the first five novels in the sequence. In Sharpe's Tiger, a young private navigates the perilous siege of Seringapatam and the court of the Tippoo of Mysore. Sharpe's Triumph sees him promoted to sergeant amid treachery and the brutal Battle of Assaye, while Sharpe's Fortress follows his uneasy rise to ensign during the siege of the seemingly impregnable Gawilghur. Sharpe's Trafalgar takes him away from land warfare entirely, aboard a merchant ship that sails straight into one of naval history's most famous battles. Finally, Sharpe's Prey sends Lieutenant Sharpe to Copenhagen on a secret mission, into a city of spies, betrayal, and a fleet the French are desperate to seize. Across all five books, Cornwell blends real historical events — the Mysore campaigns, Assaye, Gawilghur, Trafalgar, and the bombardment of Copenhagen — with the invented but utterly convincing figure of Sharpe: resourceful, hot-tempered, and impossible not to root for. Together these titles form a gripping introduction to the wider Sharpe saga.. Complete run of the first five Sharpe novels in reading order. Vivid, historically grounded battle scenes across India, at sea, and in Denmark. Brand new paperback set, perfect for gifting or collecting. A trusted entry point into Bernard Cornwell's acclaimed Richard Sharpe series. Ideal for fans of Patrick O'Brian, C. S. Forester, and military historical fiction. About the Author. Bernard Cornwell was born in London and worked in television until he met his American wife and moved to the United States. Denied a work permit, he wrote a novel and has been writing ever since. A master storyteller with a passion for history, his bestselling series THE LAST KINGDOM is centred on the creation of England and has been adapted for television. He is also the author of THE GRAIL QUEST series, THE WARLORD chronicles, several standalone novels, a non-fiction account of Waterloo, and the SHARPE series with which he began his writing career.. Why You'll Love This Set. Five thrilling adventures, one unforgettable hero. This set delivers relentless action, sharp historical detail, and the perfect starting point for anyone ready to follow Richard Sharpe from private to legend.. Please Note: The exact UK ISBN and edition cover may vary slightly from the image shown, but the titles and content dispatched will match this listing.