John Buchan - Books and biography

In Huntingtower there is a retired Glasgow grocer who, starting out for a walking tour with a knapsack and a poetry book, finds himself, within twenty-four hours, up to the neck in one of the wildest...

Around my feet the clouds are drawn In the cold mystery of the dawn; No breezes cheer, no guests intrude My mossy, mist-clad solitude; When sudden down the steeps of sky Flames a long, lightening wind....

To say that Mr. John Buchan's novel, The Half-Hearted, is a "psychological study," would be to arouse in the breasts of many novel readers a dark, but unfounded suspicion; to describe it as a splendid...

No-Man's Land; The Far Islands; The Watcher by the Threshold; The Outgoing of the Tide; The Rime of True Thomas; Basilissa; Divus Johnston; The King of Ypres

In "The Battle of the Somme – First & Second Phase (Complete Edition – Volumes 1&2)," John Buchan delivers a meticulously detailed account of one of World War I's most consequential battles. With...

In the "Richard Hannay Complete Collection," John Buchan masterfully weaves together seven captivating tales of mystery and espionage, showcasing his signature blend of adventure and psychological insight....

In "SIR EDWARD LEITHEN'S MYSTERIES - Complete Series," John Buchan presents a masterful fusion of detective fiction and adventure, weaving complex narratives that delve into the psyche of his titular...

John Buchan's "The Battle of the Somme" is an incisive narrative that delves into the harrowing landscapes of one of World War I's most pivotal confrontations. Through a blend of vivid prose and meticulous...

Hannay is called in to investigate rumours of an uprising in the Muslim world, and undertakes a perilous journey through enemy territory to meet up with his friend Sandy in Constantinople. Once there,...

"I returned to the City about three o'clock on that Monday afternoon pretty well disgusted with life. I had been three months in the Old Country, and was fed up with it." So opens John Buchan´s The Thirty-Nine...

A novel of action and excitement set in 17th century Virginia -- a challenging, untamed land.

"Mr. Standfast" is the third part of a trilogy which begins with "The Thirty-Nine Steps" and "Greenmantle". In this nail-biting adventure story, Hannay must outwit a foe far more intelligent than himself;...

Hanney, an expatriated Scot, returns from a long stay in South Africa to his flat in London. One night he is buttonholed by an American who appears to know of an anarchist plot to destabilise Europe,...

'Midwinter' is a wonderfully written historical novel. Alastair Maclean. A scottsman who has been in exile in France goes to Englad to join the Scottish Army as it advances on London. En route Maclean...

"Prester John is a splendid story, not merely compact with thrilling scenes, but distinguished by a fine literary flavour, due partly to the author's style and partly to his ability to describe men who...

"The African Colony" is at least not the work of a globe-trotter (a person far more likely to wreck the Empire some day than the proverbial cavalry subaltern). Its author has served for three years under...

We wonder that so great a man as Abraham Lincoln should spring from humble people — but who knows what his more distant ancestry might have been? In a series of dramatic chapters, Mr. Buchan tells what...

In the "SIR EDWARD LEITHEN Complete Collection," John Buchan presents an enthralling anthology that encapsulates the adventures of his quintessential protagonist, Sir Edward Leithen. This premium edition...

In his 'World War I - 9 Book Collection', John Buchan masterfully weaves a tapestry of narratives that explore the multifaceted experiences of the Great War. With a distinctive literary style that fuses...

In "The Battle of the Somme," John Buchan delivers a poignant and vivid account of one of World War I's most devastating battles. Drawing on both his experiences as a soldier and his narrative prowess...

In "Sir Edward Leithen's Mysteries 'Äì Complete Series," John Buchan masterfully intertwines adventure, intrigue, and psychological depth through the character of Sir Edward Leithen, a barrister drawn...

In the "JOHN BUCHAN Ultimate Collection: Spy Classics, Thrillers, Adventure Novels & Short Stories, Including Historical Works and Essays (Illustrated)," readers are immersed in a compendium of Buchan's...

In "The Great War Collection," John Buchan compiles a powerful narrative that encapsulates three pivotal moments of World War I: The Battle of Jutland, The Battle of the Somme, and Nelson's History of...

In the expansive anthology "JOHN BUCHAN 'Äì Ultimate Collection," readers are invited into the multifaceted world of John Buchan, an author whose works intricately blend adventure, mystery, and historical...

In "The Battle of the Somme 'Äì First & Second Phase (Complete Edition 'Äì Volumes 1&2)," John Buchan delivers a meticulously crafted historical account of one of World War I's most pivotal battles....

In "Dickson McCunn 'Äì The Complete Adventure Series in One Volume," John Buchan presents an exhilarating compilation of his renowned adventures starring the charismatic protagonist, Dickson McCunn. Set...

In 'The 39 Steps,' John Buchan weaves a gripping tale of espionage and adventure, reflecting the anxieties of pre-World War I Britain. The novel combines elements of thriller and mystery, characterized...

In "The Thirty-Nine Steps & Other Adventure Stories," John Buchan masterfully weaves a tapestry of suspense, intrigue, and adventure, encapsulating the essence of early 20th-century thrillers. The...

In "The Great War Collection," John Buchan presents a profound exploration of World War I, weaving together a tapestry of narratives that reflect not only the harrowing experiences of soldiers but also...

In "MYSTERY & ESPIONAGE Ultimate Collection," John Buchan weaves a thrilling tapestry of intrigue, suspense, and the complex interplay of power within a world on the brink of change. Set against the...