Beric the Briton : a Story of the Roman Invasion

With Frederick the Great Chapter VIII - Progue

In which Fergus finds respite and camaraderie among friends and allies during a winter of uneasy peace and preparation, while the stirring spirit of the Prussian soldiers is vividly portrayed in their hopeful hymns and steadfast discipline. It is also an account of the fierce and arduous Battle of Prague, where valor and misfortune intertwine on both sides, revealing the complexities and heavy toll of war amid the grand designs of kings and generals.

With Frederick the Great Chapter VII - Flight

In which young Fergus, newly escaped and dressed in the guise of an enemy officer, makes his arduous way through snow-laden defiles and wary towns, securing safe passage by means both prudent and enterprising. He finally reaches the familiar quarters of Marshal Keith, where his remarkable escape and exploits are met with admiration and a warm welcome.

With Frederick the Great Chapter VI - A Prisoner

In which the young Scottish officer Fergus, taken prisoner after the battle of Lobositz, endures strict confinement in the fortress of Spielberg but devises a daring escape that carries him through the snowy roads to the bustling city of Vienna. There, he is warmly received by a noble friend of his former charge, who aids him with disguises and plans for safe passage through the troubled country, reflecting on the broader perils and alliances of the ongoing war.

With Frederick the Great Chapter V - Lobositz

In which the young soldier Fergus Drummond finds himself amidst the tense manoeuvrings and fierce artillery duels of a critical encounter between Prussian and Austrian forces near the village of Lobositz, where strategy and courage are tested on difficult, marshy terrain. As the fog lifts and the battle unfolds, Fergus undertakes a daring and perilous ride through hostile cavalry, illustrating the mixture of peril and gallantry that marks the campaign.

With Frederick the Great Chapter IV - Promotion

In which a brave young aide-de-camp single-handedly foils a band of marauders, earning the commendation and promotion of the king, whilst tending to the wounded Count Eulenfurst and his family with quiet humility. The narrative unfolds amid the king’s delicate negotiations and military manoeuvres, revealing kindness and steadfast resolve beneath the stern discipline of a conquering army.