Mr. Standfast

Mr. Standfast, published in 1919, is the third Richard Hannay novel by John Buchan. Set during World War I, the story sees Hannay return to active service to track a German spy ring threatening the Allied cause. The narrative combines espionage, disguise, and moral reflection, with Hannay’s journey spanning England, the Scottish Highlands, and the battlefields of France. Themes of honor, sacrifice, and patriotism underpin this fast-paced adventure. It’s a blend of spy fiction and heroic epic, steeped in wartime urgency.