Everett T. Tomlinson, The Rider of the Black Horse — Chapter 6 (1904)
“ Robert was listening intently, hut either nothing more was said, or he was not able to hear it. At all events the men passed on, and then instantly the young soldier, trembling with excitement, led his horse once more out into the path and rapidly proceeded on his way to the road below. ”
Everett T. Tomlinson, The Rider of the Black Horse — Chapter 6 (1904)
“ His horse also was startled, and stumbled and fell, and in a moment Robert saw that he was not able to rise. Whether the faithful animal had broken a bone, or was too exhausted to stand, Robert had no opportunity to ascertain, for with a growl the dog was now coming near. The young soldier looked about for some means of defense, and spied a sledge near him, from which he hastily tore one of the posts. It afforded him an excellent weapon, and lifting it in the air, he started directly toward the approaching dog. ”
Everett T. Tomlinson, The Rider of the Black Horse — Chapter 6 (1904)
“ At the place where the path joined the road the stream had been very narrow, and a man might easily step across. If it were light now and he had time to look about, a way of escape might be discovered; but the need of haste was great, and in his excitement Robert ran swiftly back to the place where he had left his trusty horse, and taking him by the bridle, began to lead him down the pathway. ”
