Beric the Briton : a Story of the Roman Invasion

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Beric the Briton : a Story of the Roman Invasion

by G. A. (George Alfred) Henty

EN·~13 hours·23 chapters

Chapters

23 total
1

Beric the Briton

0:01
2

A Story of the Roman Invasion

2:34
3

CHAPTER I: A HOSTAGE

37:14
4

CHAPTER II: CITY AND FOREST

36:40
5

CHAPTER III: A WOLF HUNT

39:12
6

CHAPTER IV: AN INFURIATED PEOPLE

36:50
7

CHAPTER V: THE SACK OF CAMALODUNUM

37:19
8

CHAPTER VI: FIRST SUCCESSES

39:04
9

CHAPTER VII: DEFEAT OF THE BRITONS

35:30
10

CHAPTER VIII: THE GREAT SWAMPS

38:56

Description

Beric, a young Briton raised as a Roman hostage, finds himself torn between two worlds when the legions return to claim his homeland. The opening scenes capture the stark contrast between the rugged tribal life of his people and the polished, disciplined society of the invaders, as Beric grapples with admiration for their engineering and writing while fiercely defending his own freedom. Through sharp dialogue and vivid descriptions of forts, forests, and looming Roman temples, the story sets the stage for an uneasy coexistence that could shatter at any moment.

As rumors of rebellion stir among the fragmented tribes, Beric is thrust into a volatile mix of loyalty, betrayal, and ambition. He must decide whether to embrace the Roman ways that have shaped him or to rally his fellow Britons against a force that threatens to erase their ancient ways. The narrative promises a tense, action‑filled glimpse into the clash of cultures that defined early Britain, inviting listeners to walk the line between honor and survival.

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Language

en

Duration

~13 hours (786K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Martin Robb

Release date

2004-12-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

G. A. (George Alfred) Henty

G. A. (George Alfred) Henty

1832–1902

Best known for fast-moving historical adventures, this Victorian writer mixed battlefield experience with a knack for storytelling. His books carried generations of young readers into the past, from ancient worlds to imperial campaigns.

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