The Story of Cincinnatus

The Inchcape Rock is a short story included in Fifty Famous Stories Retold. Cincinnatus, once a rich and wealthy man, now live on farm is the outskirts of Rome. His wits and wisdom were known among his neighbor, often seeking his council. One sunny day folks learned of a barbarian horde, coming down from the mountains to cease Rome. They knew what to do without wrecking their heads. Go and tell Cincinnatus. He will help.