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I am a writer from Wales who has written three historical novels. The most recent is about the conflict in Burma, modern Myanmar, during the Second World War. It features many locations, events and individuals, some quite famous at the time and subsequently, and also explores parts of this conflict which I don’t believe has been covered before in a work of fiction, specifically the contributions and sacrifices made by the West African Spider Brigades behind enemy lines in 1944.

Both of my earlier novels are about the life and experiences of the Numidian king Masinissa during the Second Punic War between Rome and Carthage, a war in which he played an extremely substantial role for both sides. After the war, Masinissa became the first King of
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Rob Edmunds Hi James, the historical story is pretty fascinating and quite momentous. It was a real pleasure to research and write about Masinissa's story, or a p…moreHi James, the historical story is pretty fascinating and quite momentous. It was a real pleasure to research and write about Masinissa's story, or a part of it at least. He is still a very important figure across North Africa, a fact I wasn't aware of when I started to learn about him. The books are in order. The first is Ally of Carthage and the sequel is Ally of Rome. Thanks very much for your interest in them and I hope, when the opportunity arises, that you will enjoy whichever of the two you read. (less)
Rob Edmunds I might read some travel literature as the real thing may still be denied me for a little while longer! I hope to read the books DH Lawrence wrote abo…moreI might read some travel literature as the real thing may still be denied me for a little while longer! I hope to read the books DH Lawrence wrote about Italy and Mexico and read more from travel writers I admire like Jan Morris, Eric Newby and Paul Theroux. If I'm feeling strenuous, I'll read the White Spider by Heinrich Harrer again. It's a great book about the conquest of the North Face of the Eiger and is written by the person portrayed by Brad Pitt in the film Seven years in Tibet. I'm currently reading Charlie Chaplin's autobiography which is excellent and I have a copy of his novel Footlights which is semi-autobiographical.(less)
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To introduce my latest novel I thought it would be nice to highlight and give a little background to the photographs and individuals who feature on the cover and the acknowledgements page. They are not the central charac...

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message 8: by Rob

Rob Edmunds You're welcome Anna. My activity here can be a little intermittent here too sometimes although I really enjoy it. It's a great way to learn about interesting books and gain fresh perspectives and impressions about those I've already read.


message 7: by Anna

Anna Thank you for the invitation and for your kind words Rob. I haven’t been particularly active here recently but hope to return to Goodreads more often in the future. Looking forward to seeing what you’re reading!


Richard Dominguez thank you for the friend


message 5: by Kyle

Kyle Thanks for your friend request, Rob! I've been eye-balling Augustus for a while, but never quite decided if I should put it on the TBR list or not. You've pushed the decision for me!


message 4: by Rob

Rob Edmunds Thank you Angela. I really appreciate your interest in my books. I hope you will enjoy them. The history within them is pretty interesting. I will have to write a few more reviews here now I think!


Angela Thank you for reaching out Rob! i am looking forward to reading your books and to seeing your reviews in my newsfeed!

Kind regards! A


message 2: by Rob

Rob Edmunds It's great to see you here too Richard!


Richard Thanks for the friend request, Rob! It's good to see you here.


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