Rifleman Dodd: A Novel of the Peninsular Campaign is a historical fiction book written by C. S. Forester. The story takes place in 1807 during the Peninsular War, where a British rifleman named Matthew Dodd is separated from his regiment and left to fend for himself behind enemy lines in Portugal. Dodd is determined to rejoin his regiment and fight alongside his fellow soldiers, but the odds are against him as he faces numerous challenges and obstacles in his journey. Throughout the book, Dodd must use his survival skills and military training to evade the enemy, find food and shelter, and navigate through unfamiliar terrain. He also forms relationships with local Portuguese villagers who help him along the way. As Dodd gets closer to reuniting with his regiment, he becomes more involved in the war effort and participates in several battles. The book is known for its detailed descriptions of military tactics and the harsh realities of war. It also explores themes of loyalty, perseverance, and the human cost of conflict. Overall, Rifleman Dodd is a gripping and inspiring tale of one man's determination to overcome adversity and serve his country. 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.