Rifleman Dodd: A Novel Of The Peninsular Campaign - Paperback

by C. S. Forester (Author)

Rifleman Dodd is a historical fiction novel written by C.S. Forester, set during the Peninsular War between France and Spain in the early 19th century. The story follows the adventures of a British rifleman named Matthew Dodd, who becomes separated from his regiment during a retreat and must survive on his own behind enemy lines. Dodd is a skilled soldier, but he must use all of his training and resourcefulness to evade the French army and find his way back to his comrades. Along the way, he meets and befriends a group of Spanish guerrilla fighters who are also fighting against the French. Together, they launch a series of daring raids against the enemy, disrupting their supply lines and causing chaos in their ranks.As Dodd continues his journey, he faces numerous challenges and setbacks, including injuries, illness, and close encounters with the enemy. However, his determination and courage never waver, and he remains committed to his mission of rejoining his regiment and fighting for his country.Rifleman Dodd is a gripping tale of survival, bravery, and camaraderie in the face of adversity. It offers a vivid portrayal of the harsh realities of war and the strength of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.