France 1356. Ten years have passed since the battle of Crécy and the English fighters are still abroad laying siege to cities towns and villages. Meanwhile the Prince of Wales raids across the continent to draw King John into a battle for sovereignty over all France. Berenger Fripper having lost everything during the plague is now captain of a company of mercenaries but treachery and deceit dog him when his travels with the company lead him to Uzerche. When his path crosses that of Prince Edward and his men as they embark on their latest chevauchée to bring death and disaster to the King of France's subjects Berenger is again enlisted as Vintener under Sir John de Sully. Berenger leads the Vintaine into a new struggle. Can the English defeat the much larger French army or will they find themselves finally overcome when their weary feet bring them at last to the field of battle near Poitiers. . .
Michael Jecks gave up a career in the computer industry to concentrate on writing and the study of medieval history, especially that of Devon and Cornwall. Michael and his wife live in a small village... more
John Telfer
Narrator
John Telfer has worked extensively in theatre, including Bristol and London Old Vics, the Royal National Theatre and abroad. His numerous television appearances include five years in Bergerac, playing... more
