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When Anthony Lammas, Kirk minister and Professor of Logic at St Andrews University, sets off for business in London, little does he realise that he will soon be entangled in a web of conspiracy. But Anthony is no ordinary professor.

Set during the Napoleonic Wars, The Free Fishers is classic Buchan – a fast-paced tale of treason and espionage.

With an introduction by Douglas Hurd.

This edition is authorised by the John Buchan Society.



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The Free Fishers: Authorised Edition

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      Publisher: Birlinn General
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 09/05/2019
      ISBN13: 9781846970658, 978-1846970658
      ISBN10: 1846970652

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      When Anthony Lammas, Kirk minister and Professor of Logic at St Andrews University, sets off for business in London, little does he realise that he will soon be entangled in a web of conspiracy. But Anthony is no ordinary professor.

      Set during the Napoleonic Wars, The Free Fishers is classic Buchan – a fast-paced tale of treason and espionage.

      With an introduction by Douglas Hurd.

      This edition is authorised by the John Buchan Society.



      Trade Review

      'John Buchan was the first to realise the enormous dramatic value of adventure in familiar surroundings happening to unadventurous men'

      -- Graham Greene

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