Thirty-Nine Steps

Richard Hannay returns to England after years in South Africa and is bored with his life in London. A murder is committed in his flat, and he goes on the run in his native Scotland, where he will need all his courage and ingenuity to stay one step ahead of his pursuers.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 07 June 2018
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Richard Hannay, a man who has recently returned to England after spending years in South Africa, finds himself utterly bored with his life in London. However, his boredom is abruptly shattered when a murder takes place in his own flat, mere days after a chance encounter with an American who had divulged to him information about an assassination plot that could have far-reaching international implications. The police immediately make Hannay a prime suspect and a easy target for the assassins, forcing him to go on the run in his native Scotland.

In this perilous situation, Hannay will need to summon all his courage and ingenuity to stay one step ahead of his pursuers. He navigates through the rugged landscapes of Scotland, using his knowledge of the country and his wits to outsmart his hunters. Along the way, he encounters a diverse range of characters, including a mysterious woman named Lucia, who may hold the key to unraveling the conspiracy.

As Hannay delves deeper into the mystery, he discovers that the assassination plot is linked to a powerful organization that operates behind the scenes, controlling world events and manipulating governments. He realizes that he is facing a formidable adversary, and that his own life is in grave danger.

With the help of Lucia and a few trusted allies, Hannay embarks on a perilous mission to expose the truth and bring the culprits to justice. He faces numerous challenges and obstacles, including treacherous terrain, skilled assassins, and a web of lies and deceit.

In the end, Hannay emerges victorious, having faced his fears and overcome seemingly insurmountable odds. He has exposed the truth and brought the perpetrators of the assassination plot to justice. His bravery and determination have saved countless lives and brought peace to a world that was once teetering on the brink of chaos.

The Penguin English Library - collectable general readers editions of the best fiction in English, from the eighteenth century to the end of the Second World War, offers a timeless masterpiece that continues to captivate readers to this day. Richard Hannay's journey through Scotland, filled with danger, intrigue, and heroism, is a testament to the power of storytelling and the indomitable human spirit.

Weight: 100g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241341254