The Watcher by the Threshold by John Buchan
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| Author | Buchan, John, 1875-1940 |
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| Title | The Watcher by the Threshold |
| Contents | No-man's land -- The far islands -- The watcher by the threshold -- The outgoing of the tide -- The rime of True Thomas -- Basilissa -- Divus Johnston -- The king of Ypres. |
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| Summary | "The Watcher by the Threshold" by John Buchan is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story begins with the main character, an academic and outdoorsman, setting out on a fishing trip in the Scottish Highlands, a region rich with ancient lore and mysterious history. As he embarks on this journey, he becomes increasingly haunted by thoughts of the enigmatic Picts and folklore, suggesting a deeper exploration of the supernatural intertwined with the history and landscape of Scotland. The opening of the novel establishes a lonely, atmospheric setting as the protagonist, filled with excitement for his holiday, walks through a desolate but beautiful moorland. He reflects on the ancient cultures that inhabited the land, particularly the Picts, while momentarily indulging in the simple pleasures of fishing. However, his idyllic leisure soon morphs into a foreboding adventure when he encounters the unknown. The atmosphere becomes charged with tension as he hears local stories of disappearances and dark happenings, setting the stage for the eerie and supernatural elements that will soon unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Scotland -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 57402 |
| Release Date | Jun 26, 2018 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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