Christian Rodska

This is the story of a rifleman's resourcefulness in a single-handed war against the forces of Napoleon. Separated from his regiment he uses a band of undisciplined Portuguese guerillas to battle his way back to his own lines.

Hornblower returns as a junior lieutenant aboard His Majesty's ship Renown. Hornblower now faces his greatest dilemma so far - whether to join forces with his fellow officers and overthrow the captain's lawful command or do nothing and await disaster.