John Buchan Libros

Set during the 1745 Rebellion, this novel is the story of Francis Birkenshaw, a young man from a good Border family, who grows up in Edinburgh determined to live a life of villainy and debauchery. He ends up in the service of both sides during the Jacobite Rebellion.

The collection features eleven captivating short stories by John Buchan, exploring haunted homes and the untamed landscapes of the United Kingdom alongside the perilous wilderness of Southern Africa. Additionally, some tales delve into themes from ancient Celtic and Roman civilizations, offering a rich tapestry of adventure and intrigue. Each story immerses readers in unique settings, blending elements of horror, history, and the supernatural.

Focusing on the German advance into France in 1914, this account offers a unique perspective from John Buchan, a historian who documented World War I as it unfolded. The book provides an insightful narrative of the events and includes a biography of Buchan, highlighting his contributions and experiences during the war.

Culturally significant, this work has been carefully reproduced from the original artifact, preserving its authenticity. It includes original copyright references and library stamps, reflecting its historical importance and the role it has played in the knowledge base of civilization. This edition offers readers a glimpse into the past while maintaining the integrity of the original text.

Focusing on James Graham, 1st Marquess of Montrose, this historical study delves into his dual role as a soldier and poet during the Wars of the Three Kingdoms. The narrative highlights his initial allegiance to the Covenanters and subsequent defection to King Charles I amidst the English Civil War. Buchan's detailed examination of Montrose's military command from 1644 to 1650 offers valuable insights for enthusiasts of this tumultuous period. This modern edition includes a new biography of the author, enhancing its appeal to collectors of historical literature.

Tells the story of young clerk Peter Pentecost, who has a claim to the throne, and a tale of intrigue against King Henry VIII, where 'under the blanket of the dark all men are alike and all are nameless'.

The Runagates Club is John Buchan's last collection of short stories, and is a classic of British interwar short fiction. These twelve stories were written from 1913 to 1927, when he was at the peak of his powers, reprinted here with a critical introduction by Kate Macdonald.

Edward Leithen is the closest of Buchan's protagonists to theauthor's own experience and imagination. A prosperous Scots lawyer andMP in London, Leithen seeks adventure to relieve the tedium ofrespectability. In The Power House he is forced by event and accident to see civilisation as a thin veneer over the human jungle; schovat popis