The Brass Bell; or, The Chariot of Death

A restless army of Gauls gathers on the banks of the Morbihan, called to defend their homeland against Caesar’s invading legions. Among the warriors are Albinik, a weather‑worn mariner, and his fiercely independent wife Meroë, both dressed in functional sailor’s garb yet radiating a confidence that blurs gender lines. Their love is tested as they face the looming prospect of battle, the dread of capture, and the weight of tribal expectations.

The story opens with druidic rites and the sacrifice of a virgin, setting a tone of solemn duty and fierce resistance. As the couple trudges through rugged hills toward the forthcoming clash, the narrative paints vivid portraits of a people bound by tradition, bravery, and a desperate hope for survival. Listeners are drawn into the raw, rolling landscape of ancient Gaul, feeling the tension of an imminent showdown while the characters grapple with loyalty, fear, and the promise of a future yet unwritten.