Sad Swashbuckler: The Life of William Walker

by Noel B. Gerson

Book Overview

An engrossing biography of William Walker - the American adventurer, filibuster and revolutionary leader who succeeded in making himself President of Nicaragua.

Perfect for readers of Craig L. Symonds, Nathanial Philbrick and H.W. Brands.

How did an American physician, lawyer, and newspaper editor manage to install himself as President of Nicaragua? And how did he end up facing a firing squad?

Noel Gerson's fascinating...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 180055351X
• ISBN13: 9781800553514
• Release Date: August 2021
• Publisher: Sapere Books
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"