Here, from the father of spy fiction, is the grand adventure of Richard Hannay, master spy, in a single volume: The 39 Steps , Greenmantle , Mr. Standfast , and The Three Hostages . "John Buchan is the father of the modern spy thriller," Robin Winks writes in his Introduction, "This is so even though the Hannay books are not, strictly speaking, about spies at all . . . They are about lonely escape and wild journeys, about the thin veneer that stands between civilization and barbarism even in the most elegant drawing ...
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Here, from the father of spy fiction, is the grand adventure of Richard Hannay, master spy, in a single volume: The 39 Steps , Greenmantle , Mr. Standfast , and The Three Hostages . "John Buchan is the father of the modern spy thriller," Robin Winks writes in his Introduction, "This is so even though the Hannay books are not, strictly speaking, about spies at all . . . They are about lonely escape and wild journeys, about the thin veneer that stands between civilization and barbarism even in the most elegant drawing-room in London." We know the Buchan formula well, although few may remember it was he who set the mold: take an apparently ordinary man, and let him be drawn into a mystery he only vaguely understands; give him a task to perform, and set obstacles in his path; see that he cannot turn to established authority, see that he cannot be certain who he can trust -- and then, set the clock ticking. . .
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Used-Good. Good hardback (no dust jacket) Reprint, 1935. Page fore-edge & rear end paper foxed; lacks front free end paper; oatmeal cloth foxed on spine.
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Good. Simply Brit – welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there's something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 1050grams, ISBN: 9780879238711.
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Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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Near Fine. 9780879238711. Mild wear.; Introduction by Robin W. Winks. Includes The Thirty-Nine Steps, Greenmantle, Mr. Standfast & the Three Hostages.; 672 pages.
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Fair. 1204p. Does not have its original dj, instead is inside a homemade jacket of gray paper. Buckram-covered boards discolored and dusty. A few small holes or frayed spots in cloth, along edges. Bumped corners. Cloth at foot of spine is frayed and a small strip has been torn off. Glue stain on front pastedown endpaper where a bookplate was attached. The old bookplate is now laid-in, as the glue has given up. Gift note on ffep. Clear tape in the gutter between pages 1202 and 1203, presumably to repair a spine break. Pages look clean and bright, with some small nicks in edges. The binding is loose and feels very weak, but it is all in one piece. Fourth Printing. Size: 12mo-over 6 3/4 in-7 3/4 in Tall. Year: 1933.
