
THE POINT OF HONOR - A MILITARY TALE - BY - JOSEPH CONRAD - ILLUSTRATIONS BY DAN SAYRE GROESBECK - NEW YORK THE MCCLURE COMPANY MCMVIII Copyright, 1908, by The McClure Company Copyright, 1907, 1908, by Joseph Conrad
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Set against the disciplined world of a 19th‑century European army, the story follows two young hussar lieutenants whose rivalry becomes a private war of honor. While the empire’s grand campaigns roar around them, their obsession with dueling drives them into a series of increasingly reckless contests, each more daring than the last. The opening scenes introduce the bustling garrison of Strasbourg, its crisp uniforms, and a curious maid whose observations hint at the simmering tension between the officers.
Through sharp dialogue and vivid descriptions of military routine—sharpening swords, polishing spurs, and the ritualized bravado of cavalry life—the narrative explores what it means to defend personal pride amid larger conflicts. The characters are painted as both disciplined soldiers and almost artistic zealots, their conduct reflecting a paradox of order and chaos. Listeners will find a compelling portrait of camaraderie, competitiveness, and the strange allure of honor that fuels the battle beyond the battlefield.
Language
en
Duration
~3 hours (178K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger
Release date
2006-01-29
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1857–1924
Drawn from a life at sea and shaped by exile, these stories turn adventure into something darker, stranger, and deeply human. Best known for Heart of Darkness and Lord Jim, this writer brought moral tension and unforgettable atmosphere to English fiction.
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