Paul the Courageous

In a quiet hill‑top town where markets and gardens are the only attractions, a young Paul Anketell feels the walls closing in. Though the streets are tidy and the countryside pleasant, he dreams of rivers, seas, and mountains that lie far beyond Slewbury’s borders. When his parents announce a summer voyage to Norway, the promise of fjords, Viking tales, and icy skylines ignites a fire in Paul and his siblings, who dive into maps and folklore with a mixture of wonder and healthy rivalry.

As the holiday approaches, Paul assumes the role of self‑appointed mentor, eager to prove his knowledge of sport, shooting, and the rugged north. His confidence borders on bravado, setting the stage for a series of tests that will shape his character. Listeners will follow his restless spirit as he learns that courage is forged not only by grand voyages but also by the smaller, unexpected challenges of everyday life.