Everett T. Tomlinson, The Rider of the Black Horse — Chapter 23 (1904)
“ Suddenly the peaceful scene was dispelled, and from the road behind them, from the woods, as well as from the road before them, arose shouts and shots, and almost as if they had sprung from the ground itself men appeared. Despite the sharp call of the lieutenant, who at first bravely stood his ground, the advancing little force of redcoats was thrown into confusion. ”
Everett T. Tomlinson, The Rider of the Black Horse — Chapter 23 (1904)
“ A half dozen men were coming swiftly up the road toward the place where he was lying, and they were shouting wildly to those who were far in advance of them. Ignoring his own peril, he raised himself from the ground, and instantly was seen by the approaching men, two of whom stopped and seized him, as one of them shouted, "Here's one! He must have been hit!" Seizing Robert roughly by the shoulder, he said, "Come along with me, my man! I 'll put you where you won't bother the redcoats and Tories at Esopus again!" ”
Everett T. Tomlinson, The Rider of the Black Horse — Chapter 23 (1904)
“ The presence of friends at such a moment, of all times, was most welcome. He lifted his head from the ground and gazed about him. He could see the dim outlines of men in the distance, but pursuers and pursued were much alike in the dim light. ”
