Victory Note to the First Edition

In which the author reflects upon the significance of the novel’s title, “Victory,” as a final word penned in a time of peace, imbuing it with a solemn and ancient resonance amidst the gathering shadows of global unrest. He also introduces a recurring character, Schomberg, whose presence is rooted in a longstanding and nuanced portrayal of Teutonic nature, revealing a layered psychological study rather than a mere emblem of contemporary conflict.