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John Burnet of Barnes

a romance.

  • 1898 first published
  • 288 pages
  • 114 editions

Published in 1898, John Burnet of Barnes is a historical fantasy and historical fiction novel by John Buchan. It takes readers to Scottish Borders, England and Scotland and Scotland in the 17th century. Readers will find themes of Nobility, covenanters, betrayal and England.

5 Open Library readers have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 114 editions.

At about 288 pages, most readers finish it in 5–6 hours.

Themes, setting & tropes

Genres

Setting

Era

Subjects

  • Historical
  • Historical fantasy
  • Nobility
  • Covenanters
  • Betrayal
  • Scotland
  • England
  • English Domestic fiction

Quick answers

Who wrote John Burnet of Barnes?

John Burnet of Barnes was written by John Buchan and first published in 1898.

What genre is John Burnet of Barnes?

It is usually shelved as Historical Fantasy, Historical Fiction and Classic Fantasy.

How long is John Burnet of Barnes?

The median edition has 288 pages, about 5–6 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.

What books are similar to John Burnet of Barnes?

Readers who like it often enjoy The Picture of Dorian Gray, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court and She.

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