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by Sir Ranulph Fiennes (Author)
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  • Paperback: 416 pages
  • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd; New edition edition (27 Nov 1997)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 014027040X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0140270402
  • Product Dimensions: 18 x 11 x 2.7 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (24 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 33,670 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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An adventure story which is made all the more remarkable by the fact that it is actually true. An Arab prince wishes to avenge the deaths of his four sons, by killing four former SAS men. The intended fourth victim turns out to be the author himself.

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29 of 31 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A book to make you think., 8 Dec 2004
By Ned Middleton (British professional underwater photo-journalist & author) - See all my reviews
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Sir Ranulph Twistleton Wickham Fiennes BT, OBE (and holder of the Polar Medal with Bar!) is undoubtedly the greatest living British explorer. He also served as an officer with the Special Air Service Regiment in the early seventies at a time when I was attached to that Regiment as a corporal in the Pay Office. We met briefly then and again in the late eighties when I was involved with Operation Raleigh. Though "Ran" - as he introduced himself on the latter occasion, has no reason to recall either meeting, I will always remember this man as someone with great presence who has come to symbolise great things and great achievements. In many ways he is the most British of men.

In his book "The Feather Men," the reader is left wondering whether or not it is a work of fact or fiction. It is an enthralling and exciting read and I am surprised it has not yet been made into a film.

Throughout the world there are certain "standards." For example, people might refer to a specific make of car, as that country's equivalent of a Rolls Royce. This is because Rolls Royce has become the standard for excellence in the making of cars. Similarly, when describing the world's Special Forces, they often refer to certain elite organisations as that country's equivalent of the SAS.

I had the privilege of serving with the SAS over 30 years ago but was never SAS trained. Ran Fiennes was and, therefore, knows what he is talking about. That is why you will be left wondering.

Altogether an excellent book.

NM
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Honestly the best book I have ever read. Truely excellent., 8 Jan 2001
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I have only ever read Sir Ranulph Fiennes 'Fit For Life' before this so was unsure how he could write a novel. I was shocked, it is the best book that I have ever read. I found a few very small parts a little difficult to follow and others parts a little bit technical, but I just read on because I had to know what was to happen next. It is supposed to be a true story and I believe it. If you think that you might like it, just buy it (or borrow it) you will be shocked at how good it is!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An absolutely fantastic read - don't leave it on the shelf., 20 Sep 2000
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I finished this book in just over 2 days. Could not put it down. A prince wanting to avenge his sons "murderers" by using the Clinic. How these contract killers stalk and pursue ex-SAS and other special forces who served in the 60-70's in Dhofar.

Whether this is true or not, which I suspect it is, this book is fantastically written by Fiennes and as you get into the book, you actually feel that you could be there. Well done!

Can't wait to buy my next Fiennes book.

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