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The watchers

A Novel
Book • 1899
Written in the late 19th century, 'The Watchers' is a historical fiction novel that takes place in July 1758.

The story centers around Dick Parmiter, who arrives in London with important news about the death of Adam Mayle.

The novel explores the complex relationships and tensions among the characters, particularly surrounding the enigmatic Cullen Mayle, and delves into themes of adventure, piracy, treasure troves, and mesmerism.

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Mentioned by Dominic Sandbrook when discussing the Burghley-Walsingham surveillance state in Elizabethan England.
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Mentioned by Sean Rameswaram at the end of the podcast as the author of the book.
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Mentioned by Scott Galloway as the author of two books, including The Watchers, The Rise of America's Surveillance State.
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