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 and emotional weakness, as his old friend, Quentin Kennedy, wages war with unarmed religious dissidents, Covenanters, whom he massacres - A powerful examination of religious fanaticism.
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 and emotional weakness, as his old friend, Quentin Kennedy, wages war with unarmed religious dissidents, Covenanters, whom he massacres - A powerful examination of religious fanaticism.
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