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Greenmantle is a 1916 espionage and adventure novel by Scottish writer John Buchan and the second book centered on Richard Hannay. Set during the First World War, it follows Hannay and his companions on a mission through Europe and the Ottoman Empire to investigate a German effort to exploit religious and political unrest. The novel combines wartime intrigue, disguise, pursuit, and travel narrative.
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Who wrote Greenmantle?
Greenmantle was written by Scottish author John Buchan. It was published in 1916 during the First World War.
Who is the main character in Greenmantle?
The central character is Richard Hannay, who also appears in Buchan's earlier novel The Thirty-Nine Steps. Hannay works with companions on a wartime intelligence mission.
Where does Greenmantle take place?
The story moves through Europe and the Ottoman Empire during the First World War. Its plot involves German plans, espionage, travel, and political manipulation in the Middle East.
Is Greenmantle a sequel to The Thirty-Nine Steps?
Yes. It is the second novel centered on Richard Hannay, following The Thirty-Nine Steps. Greenmantle expands the character's adventures from a British pursuit story into a wider international espionage plot.
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