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Former Governor General of Canada

John Buchan, born on August 26, 1875, and died on February 11, 1940, was a former Governor General of Canada and a renowned novelist and historian. He is best known for his historical novels and adventure stories, which have won the hearts of readers worldwide.

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Famous John Buchan Quotes

“I once played the chief part in a rather exciting business without ever once budging from London . And the joke of it was that the man who went out to look for adventure only saw a bit of the game, and I who sat in my chambers saw it all and pulled the strings. 'They also serve who only stand and wait,' you know.”

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Book:The Complete Works of John Buchan (Unabridged): Thriller Classics, Spy Novels, Supernatural Tales, Short Stories, Poetry, Historical Works, The Great War Writings, Essays, Biographies & Memoirs – All in One Volume

Source: The Complete Works of John Buchan (Unabridged): Thriller Classics, Spy Novels, Supernatural Tales, Short Stories, Poetry, Historical Works, The Great War Writings, Essays, Biographies & Memoirs – All in One Volume

“The world was arrogant and self-satisfied, but behind all this confidence there was an uneasy sense of impending disaster. The old creeds, both religious and political, were largely in the process of dissolution, but we did not realise the fact, and therefore did not look for new foundations.”

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“A fool tries to look different: a clever man looks the same and is different.”

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Book:THE THIRTY-NINE STEPS & Other Adventure Stories (7 Action-Packed Titles in One Volume): Gripping Tales of Dangerous Exploits, Mysteries & Espionage Intrigue: The Thirty-Nine Steps, Midwinter, Prester John, A Prince of the Captivity, Salute to Adventurers, The Path of the King...

Source: THE THIRTY-NINE STEPS & Other Adventure Stories (7 Action-Packed Titles in One Volume): Gripping Tales of Dangerous Exploits, Mysteries & Espionage Intrigue: The Thirty-Nine Steps, Midwinter, Prester John, A Prince of the Captivity, Salute to Adventurers, The Path of the King...