sad day

[Lee Enfield]

just seen on the news that WILBUR SMITH has died.

One of the few authors who had a generally accurate view of firearms.

I discovered him in the late '80s and remember being impressed with his accurate description of TT33's...


too many authors and politicians have the "magic wand" view of firearms effects.

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[free1954]

One of the few authors who had a generally accurate view of firearms.

I discovered him in the late '80s and remember being impressed with his accurate description of TT33's...


too many authors and politicians have the "magic wand" view of firearms effects.

he used a little "poetic" justice" at times, like gatling guns at roakes drift, but that's to be forgiven.
THE SUNBIRD is a really good book to make into a movie.