Mandarin-Gold

Name: Mandarin-Gold
Brand: Chiselbury Publishing

Chiselbury Publishing

China, 1833. The Qing Empire still stands proud, but Western traders have discovered the key to its riches: opium. \nRobert Gunn, a young Scotsman determined to make his fortune, arrives on the China coast with ambition, courage and few scruples. Drawn into a ruthless world of merchants, smugglers and mandarins, he soon learns that wealth comes at a terrible price. Every step towards power demands compromise, and every success carries him further from the man he once was. \nAs the illegal opium trade grows and the collision between East and West becomes inevitable, Gunn finds himself caught in a dangerous struggle where fortunes are won through violence, deception and betrayal. \nRich in historical detail and sweeping adventure, Mandarin-Gold is the gripping first novel in James Leasor's\n\nMandarin-Gold\n\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.\n\nPlease note: the price advertised is as low as we ca;