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1919 Mr. Standfast by John Buchan Antique WW1 Military Fiction Book 1st Edition

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1919 Mr. Standfast by John Buchan Antique WW1 Military Fiction Book 1st Edition

Mr. Standfast
By John Buchan
Published by Hodder And Stoughton: London 1919 1st Edition

"Mr Standfast by John Buchan, first published in 1919 and offered here in this Hodder & Stoughton edition, is one of the finest novels in Buchan's celebrated Richard Hannay series and a classic of First World War espionage fiction. Set against the tense final stages of the Great War, the story follows Hannay as he uncovers a dangerous German spy network operating within Britain under the guise of religious pacifism. Drawing on Buchan's own wartime intelligence experience, the narrative blends fast-paced adventure with psychological insight, exploring themes of duty, deception, faith, and moral courage, while grounding its suspense in a vividly realised wartime landscape stretching from London to the English countryside.

Often regarded as Buchan's most thoughtful and mature thriller, Mr Standfast stands apart for its exploration of character as much as plot, particularly in its use of John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress as a symbolic framework for Hannay's journey. The novel balances action with reflection, presenting espionage not merely as intrigue but as a test of personal integrity under immense pressure. A cornerstone of early twentieth-century adventure literature, this work would appeal especially to collectors of classic British fiction, readers of World War I literature, and admirers of intelligent, character-driven spy novels."

Light wear, fading and some staining to covers and spine as shown. No inscriptions. Inside hinges split and covers wobbly but secure. Binding is decent and there are no loose pages. Pages clean with the odd age mark. A nice 1st edition copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 19cm x 13cm x 3.5cm - 412 Pages

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Condition: Good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Original Decorated Cloth Bindings"]
Region: Europe
Subject: Military & War
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear, fading and some staining to covers and spine as shown. No inscriptions. Inside hinges split and covers wobbly but secure. Binding is decent and there are no loose pages. Pages clean with the odd age mark. A nice 1st edition copy in good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: John Buchan
Publisher: Hodder And Stoughton: London
Year Printed: 1919
Sub-subject: Military Fiction