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Rifleman Dodd (Great War Stories) (Great War Stories) By C. S. Forester ( Nautical & Aviation Pub Co of Amer )
Release Date: 1990-02-01
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 Duty, a dying concept ( amozarte )
This book can be summed up in one word: Duty.
The story is one of a soldier who finds himself lost and alone, but carries on, attempting to rejoin his unit while causing the enemy as much trouble as he can along the way. He does so for no reason better than because it is his duty.
While this book has an obvious military theme, I think the underlying meaning is one that needs to be promoted more in today's society. Though Dodd has every reason to give up and succumb to a difficult situation, he perseveres. He "sucks it up" and does what needs to be done- no excuses.
So many today turn away from challenges- in their careers, in their marriages, and so on. They attempt to justify and rationalise, but so rarely do they suck it up. I firmly believe that if more people had the self discipline to carry on- without complaint or contempt, without promise of reward, the world would be a better place.
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 One British Soldier behind French Lines ( ilike2fish )
Rifleman Dodd is inadvertently left behind by his regiment while fighting in Portugal. He hooks up with local partisans and raises as much trouble as he can behind the French lines while all the time trying to get back to his regiment. Good account of fighting in the Napoleanic Wars from the perspective of a common British soldier just trying to do his duty to God and Country.
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 I am so Pleased this has been Reissued ( paulinsaudi )
For years I have heard of this book, but it was unavailable. It is a worthy addition to your library.
This work is notable from three points of view. First, as others have noted it is a military story about partisan warfare, spirit and dedication. Dodd is a model soldier, a wonderful example.
Next, it is a painless primer on the Peninsular War. What was it like? Not too nice. (Sharps's Gold also deals with this war.)
Finally, it is a standalone book by Forester, the writer of the Hornblower series. Those of us who love Hornblower learn more about the author and the art of writing by seeing such a different work.
A good book for the military professional. An excellent thriller for teenaged boys. An interesting sidelight for the Hornblower fan.
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What real soldiers do ( lawson_holton )
A great tribute to the idea of duty and honor for its own sake. Like the book "Message to Garcia", but only better. This book tells the story of a lowly Army (Private) Rifleman, who by no fault of his own is left on his own. So instead of curling up and giving up, he elects to go bravely forth and creates a nightmare for the French. (Anyone who gives the French a hard time can't be all bad in my book!)
A 1st rate book for those who want to do the right thing in life !
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Must read for all Warriors ( vonlopez@aol.com )
I first read this book when I was a young PFC in the Marines. It is one of the best novels I have ever read. I have since left the Corps and am an Infantry Officer in the Army and I still recommend this book to young soldiers and officers. It is a great tale of one man taking the fight to the enemy because of his understanding of commanders intent and is a true Warrior. The style of writing is dated but I could not put it down. If you are looking for a book full of blood and guts you probably arent mature enough for this book and will obviously think it to be a dry read and boring. But if you are a student of concept and understanding, then you will definitely enjoy.
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