The Thirty-Nine Steps
(Author) John BuchanRichard Hannay has just returned to England after years in South Africa and is thoroughly bored with his life in London. But then a murder is committed in his flat, just days after a chance encounter with an American who had told him about an assassination plot which could have dire international consequences. An obvious suspect for the police and an easy target for the killers, Hannay goes on the run in his native Scotland where he will need all his courage and ingenuity to stay one step ahead of his pursuers.
John Buchan
John Buchan was a Scottish novelist, historian, and politician best known for his classic thriller "The Thirty-Nine Steps." His writing style was characterized by fast-paced action, intricate plots, and richly detailed settings. Buchan's contributions to literature include pioneering the espionage thriller genre and inspiring future generations of writers.
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