News from the Duchy

'News from the Duchy' is an adventure novel by Arthur Quiller-Couch. The story starts with the narrator describing a strange encounter he had while on holiday. He saw a group of naked men playing music and British workers dancing in a meadow. The scene reminded him of ancient Greek mythology. The novel is full of adventure, mystery, and intrigue as the narrator delves into the origins of this peculiar group and their connection to a duchy in the region.