The Courts of the Morning is John Buchan’s 15th novel. Although Richard Hannay narrates the prologue, he then dips out of the story and lets the characters involved continue the narration. The characters include Sandy Arbuthnot, a master of disguise, Lawrence of Arabia type, and skilled linguist, who is the central character in a previous … Continue reading The Courts of the Morning by John Buchan (1929)
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John Macnab by John Buchan (1925)
Two distinguished highflyers had separately been to see Dr. Acton Croke. Both were suffering from a common ailment - they had all grown too competent and comfortable and their doctor had given them both the same diagnosis and suggested treatment: “You’ve got to rediscover the comforts of your life by losing them for a little…You … Continue reading John Macnab by John Buchan (1925)
Mr Standfast – How do I Love Thee? Let me Count the Ways…
This is the third time I’ve read Mr Standfast by John Buchan. It’s one of my favourite books by this author and the third time around hasn’t diminished my ardour.Mr. Standfast is the third book of five in Buchan’s Richard Hannay novels that began with The Thirty-Nine Steps, and was followed by Greenmantle. The book … Continue reading Mr Standfast – How do I Love Thee? Let me Count the Ways…
The House of the Four Winds by John Buchan (1935)
There are three outstanding heroes to be found in the novels of John Buchan. Richard Hannah is the most famous of them all and is the central figure in The Thirty-Nine Steps, Greenmantle, Mr. Standfast, The Three Hostages and The Island of Sheep - all fantastic stories well worth reading. Sir Edward Leithen is another … Continue reading The House of the Four Winds by John Buchan (1935)
Reading for Mother Culture
I've been making an effort to stretch myself in my own reading for a while now and I was very encouraged lately to read Lindafay's article on Mother Culture and decided to write about some books and authors I've been coming into contact with in the past year in particular. Charlotte Mason (1842-1923) … Continue reading Reading for Mother Culture
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