![]() One of the foremost names associated with the Anglo-French disputes in India at this time was Robert Clive, who did much to prevent India from becoming French. War came to the trading ports of the Bay of Bengal, alliances were formed with various local leaders and conflict was carried inexorably into the interior. "Talwar" is a novel set against the history-making events of those early days, entwined with the mystery surrounding one of the world's greatest jewels, the Koh-i-Noor diamond. ![]() A magnificent blend of historical adventure and romance "in the great tradition of James Clavell." Into this maelstrom steps trader's son, Hayden Flint, and Company clerk, Robert Clive. In India, Warring French and British trade interests are fighting for control of the decaying Moghul empire. The War of the Austrian Succession has been blazing for six years. ![]() The year is 1746, and the corporation is the East India Company. Imagine a corporation so powerful that it rules trade across the globe, fuels the first truly world war, creates governments and even gives birth to new countries. ![]()
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