The New Centurion : Kessinger Publishing : 9781437166514 : 1437166512 : 26 Nov 2008 : The New Centurion: A Tale Of Automatic War is a science fiction novel written by James Eastwick and first published in 1895. The story is set in the future, where war is fought by machines and robots instead of human soldiers. The main character, Captain Hector MacPherson, is a skilled operator of the latest war machine, the New Centurion. He is sent on a mission to stop a group of rebels who have stolen a powerful new weapon that could turn the tide of the war. Along the way, he encounters various challenges and battles, including a fierce duel with his arch-nemesis, a rival operator of another war machine. The novel explores themes of technology, warfare, and the role of humanity in a world dominated by machines. It is a thrilling adventure story that offers a unique perspective on the future of warfare.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some impe