Beginning with the pivotal birth of two boys on an English estate
in 1893, this exciting epic tale proceeds through the trauma of two
World Wars. Alan, son of Sir Adam Montague (with all the resulting
privileges) and Tom, the adopted gardener's son, grow up together
as closely knit as twins, despite their differences - until a
disastrous misunderstanding in the trenches of the Somme drives
them further apart than either could have envisaged. Bitter rivalry
moves the action to wildcatting in the Persian and Texan oilfields
(where fortunes are swiftly made and lost); with far-reaching
consequences. Naturally, the big question is whether a
reconciliation can ever be possible. Bingham (an ex-City trader)
writes his third novel with such verve and confidence that there's
never a dull or slow moment. Master of human story (including that
of the two contrasting women whom Alan and Tom love) and background
material alike, his belief that "every single word matters"
transmits perfectly to the page. Cleverly paced and plotted, it's a
cracking read. Don't miss it. (Kirkus UK)
An epic tale of brothers divided, family rivalry, fortunes lost and
won, set against the dramatic background of the early days of the
oil industry. Two boys are raised as brothers. Alan is the son of
the lord of the manor, with all the privileges which come with that
birthright. The other, Tom, is the son of the gardener. Together,
they learn to argue, fight and bond in friendship. Social
difference divides their paths as adults but nothing can break
their bond until a tragic misunderstanding occurs in the trenches
of World War I. Now instead of the closest of friends they will be
the bitterest of rivals in a burgeoning industry: oil. From the
early days of drilling in Persia, to wildcatting in Texas, to the
corridors of Whitehall and Washington, this is the story of two
remarkable men and the very different women who loved them.
General
Is the information for this product incomplete, wrong or inappropriate?
Let us know about it.
Does this product have an incorrect or missing image?
Send us a new image.
Is this product missing categories?
Add more categories.
Review This Product
No reviews yet - be the first to create one!
Welcome to Loot.co.za!
Sign in / Register |Wishlists & Gift Vouchers |Help | Advanced search
