52 pages 1 hour read

C. S. Forester

Rifleman Dodd

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1932

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Reviews & Readership

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C. S. Forester's Rifleman Dodd receives praise for its gripping narrative and realistic depiction of a soldier's ordeal during the Peninsular War. Reviewers commend its historical accuracy and compelling character development. However, some criticize its sparse dialogue and repetitive elements. Overall, it's hailed as an engaging historical novel with minor shortcomings.

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Who Should Read Rifleman Dodd?

Rifleman Dodd by C. S. Forester will captivate readers who relish historical military fiction and tales of individual heroism. Fans of Bernard Cornwell's Sharpe series and Erich Maria Remarque's All Quiet on the Western Front will appreciate the detailed wartime narrative and the indomitable spirit of the protagonist.

Recommended

Reading Age

14-18years

Book Details

Topics
Military / War
Themes
Society: War
Genre
Classic Fiction