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Reproduction of the original: Sir Quixote of the Moors by John Buchan

The first novel by John Buchan is a fascinating insight into the themes that would continue to appear throughout all of his later work. Set in 17th century Scotland, the story revolves around the middle aged Jean Sieur de Rohaine and his battle to deal with his sense of duty... Read Full Overview

I dropped wearily from my horse and stumbled forward to the door. 'Twas close shut, butrays of light came through the chinks at the foot, and the great light in the further windowlit up the ground for some yards. I knocked loudly with my sword-hilt. Stillness seemed toreign within,... Read Full Overview

The first novel by John Buchan is a fascinating insight into the themes that would continue to appear throughout all of his later work. Set in 17th century Scotland, the story revolves around the middle aged Jean Sieur de Rohaine and his battle to deal with his sense of duty... Read Full Overview

"Sir Quixote of the Moors" from John Buchan. Scottish novelist, historian and Unionist politician (1875 - 1940).

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In the mid-sixteenth century, Jean de Rohaine, a middle-aged French nobleman, journeys to Scotland in search of adventure and a new beginning. In Scotland he meets up with his old friend, Quentin Kennedy, who informs him of a great battle to be waged. Yet what is the Frenchman's... Read Full Overview

The first novel by John Buchan is a fascinating insight into the themes that would continue to appear throughout all of his later work. Set in 17th century Scotland, the story revolves around the middle aged Jean Sieur de Rohaine and his battle to deal with his sense of duty... Read Full Overview

The first novel by John Buchan is a fascinating insight into the themes that would continue to appear throughout all of his later work. Set in 17th century Scotland, the story revolves around the middle aged Jean Sieur de Rohaine and his battle to deal with his sense of duty... Read Full Overview