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Illustrated Edition: Enrich your reading with 20 original illustrations, bringing the thrilling world of Richard Hannay to life. Bonus Features: Includes a detailed summary, a comprehensive list of characters, and an engaging biography of John Buchan. Dive into the heart-pounding espionage adventure of "The Thirty-Nine Steps" with this beautifully illustrated edition. In this classic tale that set the standard for spy thrillers, John Buchan introduces Richard Hannay, a man catapulted into a frenzied race across the British Isles to thwart a sinister plot that threatens the very safety of the…mehr

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Illustrated Edition: Enrich your reading with 20 original illustrations, bringing the thrilling world of Richard Hannay to life. Bonus Features: Includes a detailed summary, a comprehensive list of characters, and an engaging biography of John Buchan. Dive into the heart-pounding espionage adventure of "The Thirty-Nine Steps" with this beautifully illustrated edition. In this classic tale that set the standard for spy thrillers, John Buchan introduces Richard Hannay, a man catapulted into a frenzied race across the British Isles to thwart a sinister plot that threatens the very safety of the nation. From the streets of London to the wild moors of Scotland, each page is bursting with tension, mystery, and relentless action. Hannay, an ordinary gentleman, must tap into extraordinary courage and cunning to survive the deadly game of cat and mouse as he confronts the shadowy figures of the Black Stone. This Illustrated Edition brings a visual feast to complement Buchan's masterful storytelling, with 20 stunning illustrations that capture the essence of the era and the escalating suspense of the narrative. Alongside the visual journey, readers are treated to a succinct summary that distills the essence of the tale, ensuring that you grasp every nuance of the adventure. Explore the intricate web of characters with our comprehensive list, each personage rendered in vivid detail to enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the story. To complete the experience, delve into the fascinating life of John Buchan with a biography that portrays the author not only as a master storyteller but also as a man of great intellect and public service. Whether you're a first-time reader or revisiting this timeless classic, the Illustrated Edition of "The Thirty-Nine Steps" is an essential addition to your collection, offering a richly layered experience of this cornerstone of adventure literature.
Autorenporträt
John Buchan, 1st Baron Tweedsmuir GCMG GCVO CH PC DL ( 26 August 1875 - 11 February 1940) was a Scottish novelist, historian, and Unionist politician who served as Governor General of Canada, the 15th since Canadian Confederation. After a brief legal career, Buchan simultaneously began his writing career and his political and diplomatic careers, serving as a private secretary to the administrator of various colonies in southern Africa. He eventually wrote propaganda for the British war effort during World War I. He was elected Member of Parliament for the Combined Scottish Universities in 1927, but he spent most of his time on his writing career, notably writing The Thirty-Nine Steps and other adventure fiction. In 1935, King George V, on the advice of Prime Minister R. B. Bennett, appointed Buchan to replace the Earl of Bessborough as Governor General of Canada, for which purpose Buchan was raised to the peerage. He occupied the post until his death in 1940. Buchan was enthusiastic about literacy and the development of Canadian culture, and he received a state funeral in Canada before his ashes were returned to the United Kingdom.