BOOKS PUBLISHED 2001 ONWARDS
While I can I do. Generals, Crooks and other relatives.
The memoirs of Sylvia MacCormick/Crook/Brian nee Napier, born 26 December 1912 in
England but living in Australia for many years. She makes claims to being related to some of the famous Napier Generals,
but I (Charlie Napier) cannot yet find proof. A second edition was in the process of preparation when the "ghost
writer", Alan Gill, a professional journalist in Australia, contacted me to verify the Napier claims. He declined to
pass on my researches and comments on the Napier portions of the book to Mrs MacCormick at that time, but see notes on
Second Edition below.
The Lure.
Another science-fiction type thriller from the pen of Professor Bill Napier, this time about
extra-terrestrial intelligence. Another good read.
While I can I do. Generals, Crooks and other relatives.
See notes to the first edition above. Alan Gill has incorporated, as an Appendix, the majority
of Charlie Napier's comments so, although the text has not been changed, the information is at least contained within
the book. Particular points within the "Napier" chapter of the book are referred to within "Endnotes".
Rifles. Six years with Wellington's Legendary Sharpshooters.
The story of the 95th Rifle Regiment from 1809 (when it first went to Spain) to 1815 (the Battle of Waterloo).
Two of the Napier brothers, Charles James and William Napier were majors and served in the Peninsular War and are mentioned in the book.
The Rise and Fall of the Knights Templar.
A History of the Medieval Order of the Temple written by an Aberdeen born Napier, a
historian and artist now living in England.
Napier's History of Herbal Healing, Ancient and Modern.
A history of the world-famous Edinburgh herbalist shop and clinic.
Admiral Sir Charles Napier & Merchiston Hall.
Merchiston Hall, near Catherington, just north of Portsmouth, in the area of Horndean, Hampshire, was the name
given to an existing farmhouse bought by Admiral Sir Charles Napier in 1836 and his home until his death in 1860. This is the story of the
house, now the home of the Horndean Community Association, as well as Sir Charles and his neighbours. It contains many photographs
and much genealogical information.
Attila or Attila: The Scourge of God.
The first of three volumes of a fictionalised account of the life of Attila the Hun. This volume describes his
banishment from his tribe and his growing up. To quote a review: "This is a rip-roaring account of the boyhood of Attila the Hun, a
tale jam-packed with epic set pieces, bloody battles, a fair bit of history and the requisite lusty interludes . . . a gripping novel."
Summer of the Cicada.
A work of fiction by an American born Napier living in Fife at the time of publication, This is a novel set in
Maryland, USA, about the troubling experiences of a teenage boy growing up with an abusive father and what happens when two
young boys disappear from the community.
Clyde Built. Blockade Runners, Cruisers and Armoured Rams of the American Civil War.
The contents are as described by the title. There are quite a few mentions of Robert Napier and Co.
A Royal Affair. George III and his Troublesome Siblings.
The story of King George III and his troubles with his brothers and sisters as well as the problems of state
that he has, especially with the American Colonies. Lady Sarah Lennox, the future wife of Colonel George Napier, features prominently.
Scotland's Great Ships.
This book celebrates some of the most iconic ships in Scotland's history, from the Great Michael (1507) to the
Royal Yacht Britannia (1953). Mention is made frequently of Robert Napier and his cousin David.
By Precision into Power. A Bicentennial Record of D Napier & Son.
A whole succession of printing presses, machine tools, motorboats, aircraft,
locomotives, automobiles and trucks have been powered by engines from the factories of D Napier & Son.
From racing cars to weighing machines for the Bank of England, from world-class Deltic locomotives
to the Napier Lion racing aircraft engine, the most powerful of the world's machines have been Napier powered.
This volume tells the history of D Napier & Son from the company's beginning in Lambeth to the great
works in Acton, north-west London. Other works were later located in Luton and Liverpool. At its peak
20,000 people worked for the Napier company, which in 2007 produced from the Siemens works at Lincoln.
Attila: The Gathering of the Storm.
The second of three volumes of a fictionalised account of the life of Attila the Hun. This volume deals
with his return to his tribe and his development as a leader, followed by the start of his campaign of terror throughout Europe.
Attila: The Judgement.
The third and final volume of a fictionalised account of the life of Attila the Hun. To quote a review:
"AD 499: the once mighty Roman Empire lies open to attack from the huge Hunnish army. Attila plans to march on Rome.
Attila's choices play out on the plains of Europe where he must face his destiny . . .".
© Charlie Napier,
Morningside, Edinburgh, Scotland.