The Brigadier’s Outcast

The Brigadier’s Outcast by Anthony Conway is a First Edition published by Hodder & Stoughton in 2003, featuring 379 pages in English. This novel centers around the disappearance of the experimental British airship D100, which is believed to be lost with all hands. In response to mysterious sightings in 1929, the Air Ministry dispatches Captain John Caspasian of the Twelfth Gurkhas to British Guyana, where he boards the luxurious sister-vessel of the lost airship, accompanied by a mix of wealthy adventurers and a dangerous saboteur.

Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of bravery and resourcefulness as Caspasian navigates the challenges aboard the airship. The story unfolds against the backdrop of the British Empire at its zenith, highlighting the complexities of military life and personal rivalries, particularly with Brigadier Percival, an old adversary of Caspasian. This edition invites readers into a world of adventure and intrigue, as Caspasian must rely on his cunning and endurance to protect his fellow passengers.