100 words to know before reading Greenmantle

1. A message sent by telegraph and then delivered in written or printed form.
2. A popular messaging app known for its speed and security features.

up in Lisbon to discredit us, and that our little friend might have warned his pals by telegram. But apparently all was serene. Peter and I had made our plans pretty carefully on the voyage. We

1. Toilet or bathroom (informal)
2. Not tight or firmly fixed

can do? Not some embusqué business in an office, but a thing compared to which your fight at Loos was a Sunday-school picnic. You are not afraid of danger? Well, in this job you would not be

1. The number following seventeen and preceding nineteen (18).
2. The age at which one legally becomes an adult in many countries.

in your time!” I sat and thought for a bit, for the name “Bullivant” carried me back eighteen months to the hot summer before the war. I had not seen the man since, though I had read about

1. A meal eaten outdoors, often in a park or countryside.
2. A social gathering where food is shared outside.

business in an office, but a thing compared to which your fight at Loos was a Sunday-school picnic. You are not afraid of danger? Well, in this job you would not be fighting with an army around

1. A derogatory term used for Germans, especially during World Wars I and II.
2. Slang for a German soldier.

for the command of the battalion, and looking forward to being in at the finish with Brother Boche. But this message jerked my thoughts on to a new road. There might be other things in the war

1. A man or boy; informal term for a male friend.
2. The jaw or cheek of a person or animal.

he had knocked about the East, but I didn’t know he was that kind of swell. Sandy’s not the chap to buck about himself.” “He wouldn’t,” said Sir Walter. “He had always a more than Oriental

1. A native or inhabitant of Turkey.
2. A member of the Turkic-speaking ethnic group.

had wrought, of Enver and his precious Committee and the way they had got a cinch on the old Turk. When he had spoken for a bit, he began to question me. “You are an intelligent fellow, and you

1. A variant spelling of "jihad," meaning a struggle or effort in the path of God.
2. Sometimes used to refer to a holy war in Islam.

had, or a jewel like Solomon’s necklace in Abyssinia. You never know what will start off a jehad! But I rather think it’s a man.” “Where could he get his purchase?” I asked. “It’s hard to say.

1. A flat paper container for a letter or document.
2. The outer covering of a virus or cell.

Blenkiron, now a citizen of Boston, Mass., but born and raised in Indiana. Put this envelope in your pocket, but don’t read its contents till you have talked to him. I want you to form your

1. A style of music blending jazz, blues, and soul with a strong rhythmic groove.
2. A state of fear or panic (informal).

we think we can hit it. Well, I’m with you. But I don’t mind admitting that I’m in a blue funk. I had got myself adjusted to this trench business and was quite happy. And now you have hoicked

1. A long, narrow ditch dug in the ground, often for drainage or military defense.
2. A deep furrow or groove, especially in the ocean floor.

courage and courage, and mine was certainly not the impassive kind. Stick me down in a trench and I could stand being shot at as well as most people, and my blood could get hot if it were

1. Meaningless or unintelligible speech or writing.
2. Nonsensical or incoherent language.

going. But now I could see no problem. My mind had nothing to work on but three words of gibberish on a sheet of paper and a mystery of which Sir Walter had been convinced, but to which he

1. In a serious and earnest manner.
2. With deep sincerity or gravity.

You say it is important. Tell me just how important.” “It is life and death,” he said solemnly. “I can put it no higher and no lower. Once we know what is the menace we can meet it. As long as

1. Sudden, violent windstorms, often with rain or snow.
2. Brief periods of noisy disturbance or commotion.

night to waddle from Ushant to Finisterre. Then the weather changed and we came out of snow-squalls into something very like summer. The hills of Portugal were all blue and yellow like the

1. Mischievous or dishonest people, often in a playful or roguish way.
2. Rascals or troublemakers, typically with a sense of humor or charm.

thought out. Lisbon would be a good jumping-off place, for it was the rendezvous of scallywags from most parts of Africa. My kit was an old Gladstone bag, and my clothes were the relics of my

1. A country in Southern Africa, known for its rich natural resources.
2. A type of goat breed originating from Angola.

I told him the story of our mission. “You and I have got to be Maritz’s men. We went into Angola, and now we’re trekking for the Fatherland to get a bit of our own back from the infernal

1. Walked or behaved in a very confident and arrogant manner.
2. Moved with a bold, strutting, or exaggerated gait.

will sing small,” I observed to the crowd. We stood drinks to one or two, and then swaggered into the street. At the door a hand touched my arm, and, looking down, I saw a little scrap of a

1. The reflexive form of "we," referring to the speaker and others.
2. Used for emphasis to indicate "we" and no one else.

with her boilers burst.” “Agreed. They are not fools, however much we try to persuade ourselves of the contrary. But supposing they had got some tremendous sacred sanction—some holy thing,

1. Open, uncultivated grassland in southern Africa.
2. A term used in geology for a flat, treeless landscape.

But first a word must be said about Peter. He was the man that taught me all I ever knew of veld-craft, and a good deal about human nature besides. He was out of the Old Colony—Burgersdorp, I

1. Fake or not genuine; counterfeit.
2. Worthless or nonsense; not valid.

have got up their sleeve. It might be any one of twenty things. Thirty years ago there was a bogus prophecy that played the devil in Yemen. Or it might be a flag such as Ali Wad Helu had, or a

1. A region and former province in the western Netherlands.
2. A term often used to refer to the Netherlands as a whole.

to the station restaurant. He plunged at once into conversation, talking the Dutch of Holland, which Peter, who had forgotten his schooldays, found a bit hard to follow. He was unfit for

1. Greeted someone with a gesture like a hand raise or bow.
2. Honored or acknowledged someone formally.

brushed back from his brow like a popular violinist. He was the boss, for the lieutenant saluted him and announced our names. Then he disappeared, and the man at the table motioned us to sit

1. Silent or not speaking (German origin).
2. Mute or unable to speak.

that you get in German South West. “You have heard of me,” he said. “I am the Colonel von Stumm who fought the Hereros.” Peter pricked up his ears. “Ja, Baas, you cut off the chief Baviaan’s

1. Relating to sexual or gender identities that are not heterosexual or cisgender.
2. Strange, odd, or unconventional.

his horrible way, and that little official was blinking and smiling too. I had struck a dashed queer country, so queer that I had had no time to remember that for the first time in my life I had

1. A high-ranking official assisting a secretary or minister.
2. A deputy or subordinate in government departments.

as the Zulu under Tchaka flowed over South Africa.” “It cannot be done,” said the Undersecretary. “It can be done,” I said quietly. “We two are here to do it.” This kind of talk was jolly

1. A heavy grating that slides vertically to block a gateway or entrance, often in castles or fortresses.
2. A defensive structure used to control access and protect against attacks.

circles of barbed wire through which we passed under an arch that was let down like a portcullis at nightfall. The lieutenant showed his permit, and we ran the car into a brick-paved yard and

1. Prison guards or officials in charge of inmates.
2. Guardians or protectors of a place or people.

interest in prisons. Then came our lieutenant with one of the doctors; then a couple of warders; and then the second doctor and myself. I was absentminded at the moment and was last in the

1. To talk with excessive pride about oneself or achievements.
2. A statement expressing excessive pride or self-satisfaction.

They seemed thin, too. I expect the food, for all the commandant’s talk, was nothing to boast of. In one room people were writing letters. It was a big place with only a tiny stove to warm

1. To express excessive pride or satisfaction, often in others' misfortune.
2. To gaze at something with smugness or malicious pleasure.

a nation they wear spectacles, which means that they are always peering.” Peter broke off to gloat over the wedges of geese and the strings of wild swans that were always winging across those

1. A gesture of respect or greeting, often involving raising the hand to the forehead.
2. A formal military gesture of respect.

to their occupations. Being convalescents I suppose they were not expected to get up and salute. All but one, who was playing Patience at a little table by which we passed. I was feeling very

1. Next to or along the side of something.
2. In cooperation or association with someone or something.

it. The procession was coming to a standstill. The big tug nosed her way in and lay up alongside the pier, where in that season of flood there was enough depth of water. She signalled to the

1. Kind, courteous, and pleasant in manner.
2. Elegant and tasteful in appearance or style.

and wooded valleys. Stumm, for him, was very pleasant. His imperial master must have been gracious to him, and he passed a bit of it on to me. But he was anxious to see that I had got the right

1. A sudden, involuntary muscle contraction.
2. A brief, intense burst of energy or activity.

XII Four Missionaries See Light in Their Mission A spasm of incredulity, a vast relief, and that sharp joy which comes of reaction chased each other

1. A title of respect for a king or male ruler.
2. The male parent of an animal, especially a horse or dog.

and I am guiltless. Do they know that among your people?” “All the world knows it, sire,” I said. He gave his hand to Stumm and turned away. The last I saw of him was a figure moving

1. A long, loose overcoat made of heavy fabric, often with a belt.
2. A historical region in northern Ireland, now part of Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

“I’ll be back in a quarter of an hour,” I said. “Don’t lock up till I get in.” I put on my ulster and walked out into a clear starry night. My bag I left lying on a settle in the hall. There was

1. A medieval nobleman or governor of a castle or town in Germany.
2. A hereditary title for certain counts or lords in the Holy Roman Empire.

on her nose who was talking to a young man. “It is too late,” she shook her head. “The Herr Burgrave knows that well. There is no connection from here after eight o’clock. If the matter is urgent

1. A German word meaning "my" in English.
2. Short for "mein Kampf," meaning "my struggle," the title of Adolf Hitler's autobiography.

it with one hand. But by a fortunate chance I left him alone. “That is a fine hat of yours, mein Herr,” he said. He took off his own blue peaked cap, the uniform, I suppose, of the driver of the

1. A place where someone lives; a residence or home.
2. The act of living or staying in a particular place.

the world. As it is, I’ve got to do my work with half my mind, while the other half is dwelling in my intestines. I’m like the child in the Bible that had a fox gnawing at its vitals.” He got

1. A small, simple house, typically in a rural or semi-rural area.
2. A vacation home, often in a scenic location.

exactly where he got down or I will wring your neck.” “In the wood this side of Gertrud’s cottage … on the left hand. I left him running among the trees.” I put all the terror I knew into my

1. Barely; almost not at all.
2. Only just; by a very small margin.

Iron Cross showed at a buttonhole. His tunic was all wrinkled and strained as if it could scarcely contain his huge chest, and mighty hands were clasped over his stomach. That man must have had

1. Small, soft baked bread rolls, often served with meals (UK).
2. Sweet, crisp baked goods similar to cookies (US).

My head was beginning to swim, but I made one more effort. “There is food in my rucksack—biscuits and ham and chocolate. Pray take it for your use. And here is some money to buy Christmas fare

1. Flat-bottomed boats used for transporting goods on rivers and canals.
2. To move forcefully or clumsily.

VIII The Essen Barges I lay for four days like a log in that garret bed. The storm died down, the thaw set in, and the

1. A German emperor (historical context).
2. The title of the Holy Roman Emperor.

Berlin, and I was about as likely to get anything out of her as to be asked to dine with the Kaiser. Blenkiron might do something, but where on earth was Blenkiron? I dared say Sir Walter would

1. To pull something hard or suddenly (verb).
2. A small, powerful boat used for towing ships (noun).

each. Some of them dragged a bit and it was rather a cockeyed train that lay in midstream. The tug got out a gangway, and from where I lay I saw half a dozen men leave it, carrying something on

1. Military weapons, ammunition, and equipment.
2. Materials used in warfare or defense.

message and have us held up at Chataldja. For my back had fairly got stiffened about these munitions, and I was going to take any risk to see them safely delivered to their proper owner. Peter

1. A group of travelers journeying together, often in a line of vehicles or animals.
2. A large vehicle equipped for living in, typically towed by a car.

Germany, to join some caravan which had free marching powers. And there was the kind of caravan before me—the Essen barges. It sounded lunacy, for I guessed that munitions of war would be as

1. A large flat-bottomed boat used for transporting goods on rivers and canals.
2. To move forcefully or clumsily, often in a disruptive manner.

to lie to for the night. The arrangement was that one man should be left on guard in each barge, and the other get four hours’ leave ashore. Then he would return and relieve his friend, who

1. A small boat, often inflatable, used for recreation or as a lifeboat.
2. A lightweight rowing or sailing boat, typically for short trips.

to the next and get a lift in that barge’s dinghy, and so forth. Six men would appear in the dinghy of the barge nearest us and carry off supplies for the rest. The men were mostly Frisians,

1. A South African term for a tree trunk or log.
2. Slang for a prison or jail, derived from Afrikaans.

gazed lovingly at the little bleak farms which dotted the Hungarian plain. “All night I lay in tronk with no food. In the morning they fed me, and took me hundreds of miles in a train to a place

1. People from Turkey or of Turkish descent.
2. Members of Turkic ethnic groups.

he said, smiling, and went off. I said nothing, reflecting that the stuff was for the Turks and they naturally had to have some say in its handling. The loading was practically finished

1. A follower of Rastafari, a religious movement originating in Jamaica.
2. Pertaining to Rastafarian culture, beliefs, or lifestyle.

had wanted me he wouldn’t have taken the trouble to stalk me. It was more likely my friend Rasta. I found the ferry of Ratchik by asking a soldier and a German sailor there told me where the

1. A title for a provincial governor or leader in the Ottoman Empire.
2. A respectful term for a man in some Middle Eastern cultures.

“Who sent the telegram?” “I see no reason why I shouldn’t give you his name. It was Rasta Bey. You’ve picked an awkward fellow to make an enemy of.” I did not smile but laughed. “Rasta!” I

1. An Italian title of respect for a man, equivalent to "Mr." or "Sir."
2. A term used to address or refer to an Italian gentleman.

of Suliman the Red.” He put his finger to his lip and looked incredibly sly. “The Signor remembers that. But that was in the old happy days before war came. The place is long since shut.

1. People who accompany or spend time with others.
2. Animals or objects that provide company or support.

who is as tough as any mortal, took tight hold of my arm. I now realized that these Companions of the Rosy Hours were the only thing in the world to fear. Rasta and Stumm seemed feeble

1. Having a pink or reddish color, like a rose.
2. Optimistic or hopeful; bright and positive.

XI The Companions of the Rosy Hours We battled to a corner, where a jut of building stood out into the street. It was our only

1. High-pitched and piercing in sound.
2. Sharp or strident in tone or manner.

from the Arsenal. A woman in cheap finery was tinkling at the piano, and there were several shrill females with the officers. Peter and I sat down modestly in the nearest corner, where old

1. To engage in a close fight or struggle without weapons (verb).
2. To seize or hold firmly (verb).

very black waters into an unbelievable calm. I dropped into the nearest chair and tried to grapple with something far beyond words. “Sandy,” I said, as soon as I got my breath, “you’re an

1. A piece of living tissue transplanted surgically.
2. The act of gaining money or advantage through dishonest means.

unpopular Teuton; it is a case of the Teuton carrying the unpopular Committee. And Germany’s graft is just this and nothing more—that she has some hand in the coming of the new deliverer. “They

1. A German term for a married woman, equivalent to "Mrs."
2. A respectful term for an adult woman in German-speaking countries

whereabouts and his plans. I suggested to Blenkiron that we might do more to cultivate Frau von Einem, but he shut his jaw like a rattrap. “There’s nothing doing for us in that quarter,” he

1. A disorderly crowd or mob.
2. A group of people considered to be unruly or lower class.

come out of the Ark. But it was the rabble that caught the eye—very wild, pinched, miserable rabble. I never in my life saw such swarms of beggars, and you walked down that street to the

1. Money or goods given to the poor as charity.
2. Donations or aid offered out of compassion.

Western voices. We went into a café and had a cup of coffee. A beggar came in and asked alms. Hitherto Blenkiron’s purse had been closed, but now he took out some small nickels and planked

1. A daring or skillful action or performance.
2. To hinder or impede growth or development.

no doubt, but it ain’t oratory that is wanted in this racket. The William Jennings Bryan stunt languishes in wartime. Politics is like a chicken-coop, and those inside get to behave as if

1. Relating to the theater or dramatic performances.
2. Exaggerated or overly dramatic in manner.

and talk English, and sport a Teddy Roosevelt smile, and there isn’t any call for theatrical talent. Where I’ve found the job tight was when I had got to be natural, and my naturalness was

1. A coastal lagoon or estuary, often found where a river meets the sea.
2. A sheltered harbor or bay, typically formed by a drowned river valley.

with that for a post-office? I’m the best informed man in Constantinople, for old General Liman only hears one side, and mostly lies at that, and Enver prefers not to listen at all. Also, I

1. A lace or silk scarf worn over the head and shoulders, traditionally by Spanish women.
2. A short cape or veil worn by women in some religious ceremonies.

XIV The Lady of the Mantilla Since that first night I had never clapped eyes on Sandy. He had gone clean out of the world, and

1. Ran at a slow, steady pace for exercise or leisure.
2. Moved or caused to move with a jolting or bouncing motion.

were unshod, and with the rough roads I saw that their feet would very soon go to pieces. We jogged along like a tinker’s caravan, about five miles to the hour, as feckless a party as ever

1. A large bird of prey, often referring to species in the Buteo genus, known for broad wings and soaring flight.
2. (Informal) A contemptible or greedy person.

said he had had as a boy a natural history book with a picture of a bird called the turkey-buzzard, and couldn’t get out of the habit of applying it to the Ottoman people. I wasn’t convinced, so I

1. Grew weak or feeble over time.
2. Suffered from neglect or lack of attention.

Germans. “I’ll be hanged if he gets a penny,” I said angrily, and the conversation languished. The situation was getting serious, so I spoke a word to Peter. The soldiers had their rifles

1. A point of access or entry, such as a door or gate.
2. The act of entering or coming in.

straight to the table and plumped down his burden on it. The Turk had stepped aside at his entrance, and I saw by the look in his eyes that his suspicions had become a certainty. For Peter,

1. A flat, shallow container used for holding or carrying items.
2. A removable storage compartment in electronic devices.

the contrivance fairly in the face. A pistol shot cracked out, and the bullet went through the tray, but the noise was drowned in the crash of glasses and crockery. The next second Peter had

1. A roadside inn for travelers, especially in desert regions.
2. A place where caravans rest and replenish supplies.

XVI The Battered Caravanserai Two days later, in the evening, we came to Angora, the first stage in our journey. The passports

1. A breed of domestic goat known for its long, silky hair.
2. A type of rabbit with long, soft fur.

XVI The Battered Caravanserai Two days later, in the evening, we came to Angora, the first stage in our journey. The passports had arrived next morning, as Frau von Einem had

1. In a manner deserving strong condemnation (e.g., "He acted deplorably").
2. Regrettably or unfortunately (e.g., "The situation was deplorably handled").

march along the railway track. They looked a fine, hardy lot of ruffians, but many were deplorably ragged, and I didn’t think much of their boots. I wondered how they would do the five hundred

1. A flammable liquid fuel derived from petroleum, used in internal combustion engines.
2. (British) Gasoline, the common term for motor fuel.

name in the Turkish Empire, to raise a dingy sort of Studebaker, and another two to get the petrol and spare tyres. As for a chauffeur, love or money couldn’t find him, and I was compelled to

1. The rubber coverings around the wheels of vehicles (UK spelling of "tires").

Empire, to raise a dingy sort of Studebaker, and another two to get the petrol and spare tyres. As for a chauffeur, love or money couldn’t find him, and I was compelled to drive the thing

1. A large farm building for storing grain, hay, or housing livestock.
2. A unit of area measurement equal to 10⁻²⁸ square meters, used in nuclear physics.

some curdled milk we satisfied our hunger and curled ourselves up among the peas straw of the barn. Blenkiron announced with a happy sigh that he had now been for two days quit of his dyspepsia.

1. A steep cliff or bank, often by a river or sea.
2. To deceive or mislead someone by pretending.

I remembered what Blenkiron had said—that the only way to deal with the Germans was naked bluff. Mine was naked enough, for it was all that was left to me. “Where is the man you brought from

1. The main office or center of operations for an organization.
2. The place where a military commander and staff are based.

Siwas like a fire-engine, while I shouted out in German that we carried despatches for headquarters. We shot out of drizzling rain into brief spells of winter sunshine, and then into a snow

1. A valley (often used in place names).
2. Farewell (archaic or poetic term for goodbye).

sleep, and I had a go at the map. Before dawn we started again, and came over a pass into the vale of a big river. The winter dawn showed its gleaming stretches, icebound among the sprinkled

1. A framework of light wooden or metal bars used to support climbing plants.
2. A lattice structure for decorative or functional purposes in gardens or buildings.

careful, for I might be overlooked from the high buildings. But by good luck there was a trellis for grape vines across the place, which gave a kind of shelter. Lying flat on my face I stared

1. A vertical structure for venting smoke from a fireplace or furnace.
2. A narrow opening or passage, often in rock formations.

dime-novel talk I guess you’ve hit the wrong man. You’re like the sweep that stuck in the chimney, a bit too big for your job. I reckon you’ve a talent for romance that’s just wasted in

1. A narrow horizontal surface projecting from a wall or cliff.
2. A ridge or shelf of rock.

Presently we came to a big drop, with a kind of ladder down it, and at the foot a shallow ledge running to the left into a pit of darkness. Hussin gripped my arm and pointed down it. “Follow

1. Portable light sources with protective casing, often made of paper or glass.
2. Decorative outdoor or indoor lights, commonly used in festivals.

it. A riot of voices broke out, with one louder than the rest, and, looking back, I saw lanterns waving. Stumm had realized his loss and found the tracks of the thief. Hussin gave one glance

1. A traditional form of vocal music from Japan, often performed in theaters.
2. A term used in Turkish to mean "black" or "dark."

there, but not impossible. This the real point of danger, for if Prjevalsky wins the peaks Kara Gubek and Tafta must fall, and enemy will be on left rear of Deve Boyun main position.” I was

1. A long, low sofa without a back or arms.
2. A legislative body or council in certain Muslim countries.

for there was no spring in his walk or nerve in his carriage. He dropped numbly on the divan and laid his head in his hands. The lantern showed his haggard eyes with dark lines beneath them.

1. A portable light source with a protective case, often with a handle.
2. A decorative or architectural structure with openings to emit light.

awake, into an outbuilding, and then down some steps to a roomy cellar. There Hussin lit a lantern, which showed what had once been a storehouse for fruit. Old husks still strewed the floor and

1. A traditional African village or enclosure for livestock, often surrounded by a fence or wall.
2. A pen or enclosure for animals, especially in South Africa.

over the Portuguese border, but I believed he lived. No native could tell us, and since his kraal was well defended no runner could get through. So it was necessary to send a man.” Peter lifted

1. A loose garment, typically sleeveless and reaching to the knees, worn in ancient times.
2. A modern blouse or shirt extending to the hips or thighs.

and me jump to our feet. The pelts and skin-cap had gone, and he wore instead a long linen tunic clasped at the waist by a broad girdle. A strange green turban adorned his head, and as he pushed

1. A guard stationed to keep watch or control access.
2. A soldier assigned to protect a place or group.

shine of starlight, and by its help I saw a man huddled up at the foot of them. It was our sentry, neatly and scientifically gagged and tied up. The steps brought us to a little courtyard about

1. Long, narrow ditches dug in the ground, often for drainage or military defense.
2. Deep furrows or channels, especially in the ocean floor.

If they wanted to punish me for insulting them they had the chance to send me off to the trenches. No one could have objected. If they thought me useless they could have turned me back to

1. A low protective wall along the edge of a roof, bridge, or balcony.
2. A defensive wall or elevation in fortifications.

darkness again descended. “Friend,” he said hoarsely. “English.” He heard speech behind the parapet. An electric torch was flashed on him for a second. A voice spoke, a friendly voice, and the

1. The time of day when the sun is below the horizon but the sky is still partially illuminated.
2. The darker stage of twilight before nightfall.

and then I recognized the lean agility of Hussin. He must have doubled back, keeping in the dusk to the left of the pursuit, and taking big risks in the open places. But there he was now,

1. A fine spray or light fog in the air.
2. A thin layer of liquid on a surface.

snowy heights, were Tafta and Kara Gubek. To the east was the ridge of Deve Boyun, where the mist was breaking before the winter’s sun. On the roads up to it I saw transport moving, I saw the

1. Large rounded rocks, typically larger than 10 inches in diameter.
2. Naturally occurring rock fragments formed by erosion or weathering.

pass, and he waited his chance and crossed it. After that the ground grew rough with boulders and patches of thorn-trees, splendid cover where he could move fast without worrying. Then he was

1. A German word meaning "wreath" or "garland," often used in festive decorations.
2. A surname of German origin.

not belong to my South African memories. I am not a superstitious man, but the way that little kranz clung to my mind made me think it was a warning sent by Providence. I was pretty certain that

1. A gentle slope or incline, especially in fortifications, designed to expose attackers to defensive fire.
2. A natural or artificial slope leading up to a fortification.

movement as if to defend himself against a blow. The speaker came into clear sight on the glacis a yard or two away. Mine was the first face she saw. “I come to offer terms,” she said in

1. Low protective walls or barriers at the edge of a roof, balcony, or bridge.
2. Defensive walls or ramparts in fortifications.

no prouder man on earth than Richard Hannay when he took his Lennox Highlanders over the parapets on that glorious and bloody 25th day of September. Loos was no picnic, and we had had some ugly

1. The side of a person's or animal's body between the ribs and hip.
2. A cut of meat from the side of an animal.

Russians advancing on a broad front, for it was clear that Stumm was taking pains about the flank of the fortress. Kara Gubek was the point of interest. It stood on a rib of land between two

1. A boat or ship for transporting passengers and vehicles across water.
2. To transport people or goods by boat across a short stretch of water.

will reach it in an hour’s walk,” she said. “The track through the wood runs straight to the ferry.” Next morning after breakfast I took my departure. It was drizzling weather, and I was feeling

1. A narrow valley, typically with a stream running through it.
2. A secluded or peaceful area, often surrounded by hills or woods.

night in. Twilight was falling and we were still in an unfeatured waste, crossing the shallow glen of a stream. There was a bridge at the bottom of a slope—a bridge of logs and earth which had