{"product_id":"book-l6ko","title":"The Drumbeats of War","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe year is 1860 in West Barnstable, Massachusetts. Captain James Jenkins, whose livelihood is tied to the sea, is now a merchant captain married to Ruth Fish. Together, they cross oceans, endure unimaginable loss and watch their country devolve into brutal conflict.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCynthia Elder is a novelist, poet and nonprofit leader. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for the \"Tales of the Sea\" series: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A well-developed novel that uses copious historical sources to vividly bring its characters and setting to life.\" ~Kirkus Reviews\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"It is rare when a literary talent bursts upon the scene without warning but that is the case with Cynthia Elder, author of \"Tales of the Sea.\" ~G. Wayne Miller, Journalist, Author, Filmmaker, Co-Host of \"Story in the Public Square\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Tales of the Sea\" brings to life the world of nineteenth-century seafaring with depth and humanity. Building upon extensive analysis of recently discovered manuscripts, this eagerly awaited novel offers an insight into life during a period of change and upheaval in both American and Global history. Cynthia Elder's engaging writing style ensures that the characters in the book become far more than words on a page as the reader is immersed in their personal and political worlds. The book is a must read for historians and lovers of historical fiction alike.\" ~ Dr. Charlotte Carrington-Farmer, Professor of History, Roger Williams University, Author of \"Roger Williams and His World\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Author's Republic","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":50138743210288,"sku":"BDl6ko","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/l6ko-cover.jpg?v=1762561668","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-l6ko","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}