About this book
Joseph Conrad's gripping short story "The Point of Honor" follows two French Hussar officers whose rivalry consumes fifteen years of their lives during the Napoleonic Wars. When a minor insult sparks a duel between D'Hubert and Feraud, what begins as a question of military honor transforms into an obsessive, bitter struggle that neither man can escape. As Napoleon's armies reshape Europe, these officers remain locked in their personal vendetta, each encounter leaving them more entangled in a cycle of violence and wounded pride.
Inspired by the true story of two historical French cavalry officers, Conrad crafts a mesmerizing tale about the destructive nature of honor and the thin line between duty and madness. The narrative masterfully weaves intimate character study with the grandeur of historical conflict, exploring how personal vendettas can flourish even amid epochal events. D'Hubert and Feraud's relentless pursuit of satisfaction becomes less about vindication and more about an inexplicable compulsion neither fully understands.
This classic literary short story is perfect for listeners who appreciate psychological depth, historical fiction, and Conrad's lyrical prose. Whether you're drawn to tales of military life, complex character portraits, or explorations of human obsession, "The Point of Honor" offers a haunting meditation on pride, honor, and the cost of refusing to let old wounds heal. The audiobook brings Conrad's elegant language to vivid life, making this 1908 masterpiece as compelling today as when first published.
