In this nail-biting adventure story, Hannay must outwit a foe far more intelligent than himself; muster the courage to propose to the lovely, clever Mary Lamington; and survive a brutal war. Although Mr. Standfast is a sequel to The Thirty-Nine Steps, it offers far more characterisation and philosophy than the earlier book. For its pace and suspense, its changes of scenery and thrilling descriptions of the last great battles against the Germans, Mr Standfast offers everything that has made its author so enduringly popular. ...
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In this nail-biting adventure story, Hannay must outwit a foe far more intelligent than himself; muster the courage to propose to the lovely, clever Mary Lamington; and survive a brutal war. Although Mr. Standfast is a sequel to The Thirty-Nine Steps, it offers far more characterisation and philosophy than the earlier book. For its pace and suspense, its changes of scenery and thrilling descriptions of the last great battles against the Germans, Mr Standfast offers everything that has made its author so enduringly popular. Newly designed and typeset in a modern 6-by-9-inch format by Waking Lion Press.
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Add this copy of Mr. Standfast to cart. $38.41, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2007 by Classic Books Library.
The third Richard Hannay book, following The 39 Steps and Greenmantle. The action moves from Englans to Scotland to the continent at a fast pace. Strong morality dominates through out. An excellent story that keeps the reader involved. One caution however. Some strong national stereotypes and prejudices may be disturbing. One must remember that this book was written early in the 20th century and demonstrates some of the thinking of that era.
