Rise of a Merchant Prince (Serpentwar Saga)

Year 1996
Pages 436

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Rise of a Merchant Prince (Serpentwar Saga) by Raymond E. Feist is a history book that adds background to its subject. The available edition details are 1996 • Harpercollins • 436 pages.

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A reasonable choice if you like backlist books that still feel specific and usable.

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  • You need an approachable way into the subject.
  • You want history told in a readable way.
  • When you favor political intrigue, the story reframes familiar themes and asks you to reconsider what you thought you knew.

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  • You want a book you can finish in one very short sitting.
  • You need expert-level detail above everything else.
  • When you avoid experimental structure, the author includes detailed background that some readers might find cumbersome.

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This book adds background and explanation to a historical subject.

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