| Author |
Buchan, John, 1875-1940 |
| Title |
Mr. Standfast
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| Note |
follows 39 Steps and Greenmantle
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jo Churcher. HTML version by Al Haines.
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| Summary |
"Mr. Standfast" by John Buchan is a novel likely written during the early 20th century, amidst the backdrop of the First World War. The book follows the character Richard Hannay, a former soldier who re-enters the fray under the guise of a pacifist engineer named Cornelius Brand. As Hannay grapples with his new identity and mission, he is drawn into the complex dynamics of war, duty, and the personal sacrifices made by those around him. The opening of the novel sets the stage for Hannay’s journey, detailing his transition from a soldier decorated for his bravery to an undercover operative tasked with gathering intelligence. He reflects on his past experiences on the battlefield, the friendships he has formed, and the burdens of service that weigh upon him. After a nostalgic visit to a friend at a hospital, he arrives at Fosse Manor, where he engages with relatives of pacifist sentiments and confronts the contradictions that accompany his new role. The narrative intensifies as he detects underlying tensions and ulterior motives among those he interacts with. The introduction of key characters, including the enigmatic Mary Lamington and the intriguing Launcelot Wake, hints at the novel's exploration of complex societal and philosophical themes, as well as the personal challenges faced by those living in wartime. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction
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| Subject |
War stories
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| Subject |
Spy stories
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| Subject |
Hannay, Richard (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Intelligence service -- Great Britain -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
560 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 1996 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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