The Thirty-Nine Steps

Set against the backdrop of impending war in Europe, the story follows Richard Hannay, who becomes embroiled in a thrilling chase after discovering his neighbor, an American spy, murdered. As he navigates a web of intrigue from the Scottish hills to a coastal hideaway, Hannay embodies the quintessential man-on-the-run. Originally serialized in 1915, this pioneering adventure has captivated audiences for over a century and inspired numerous adaptations, including a notable film by Alfred Hitchcock.