John Buchan

Broschiertes Buch

Francis And Riversdale Grenfell

A Memoir (1920)

Beschreibung

""Francis and Riversdale Grenfell: A Memoir"" is a book written by John Buchan and published in 1920. The book is a tribute to the two brothers, Francis and Riversdale Grenfell, who were both killed in action during World War I. The memoir is a personal account of their lives, from their childhood in England to their service in the British Army. The book describes their bravery and dedication to their country, as well as their love of adventure and their strong bond as brothers. Buchan also provides insight into the political and social climate of the time, and the impact that the war had on the Grenfell family and the nation as a whole. The book is a touching tribute to two remarkable men, and a reminder of the sacrifices made by so many during the Great War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

John Buchan, Baron Tweedsmuir, was a Scottish diplomat, barrister, journalist, historian, poet and novelist. He wrote adventure novels, short-story collections and biographies. His passion for the Scottish countryside is reflected in much of his writing. Buchan's adventure stories are high in romance and are peopled by a large cast of characters. 'Richard Hannay', 'Dickson McCunn' and 'Sir Edward Leithen' are three that reappear several times. Alfred Hitchcock adapted his most famous book 'The Thirty-Nine Steps', featuring Hannay, for the big screen. Born in 1875 in Perth, Buchan was the son of a minister. Childhood holidays were spent in the Borders, for which he had a great love. He was educated at Glasgow University and Brasenose College, Oxford, where he was President of the Union. Called to the Bar in 1901, he became Lord Milner's assistant private secretary in South Africa. By 1907, however, he was working as a publisher with Nelson's. During the First World War Buchan was a correspondent at the Front for 'The Times', as well as being an officer in the Intelligence Corps and advisor to the War Cabinet. Elected as a Conservative Member of Parliament for one of the Scottish Universities' seats in 1927, he was created Baron Tweedsmuir in 1935. From then, until his death in 1940, he served as Governor General of Canada, during which time he nevertheless managed to continue writing.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 284
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. Juni 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 191mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 536g
• ISBN-13: 9781436852401
• ISBN-10: 1436852404
• Artikelnr.: 24903709