How did the First World War inspire The 39 Steps? Why did John Buchan set the novel in Scotland? And, is the dashing protagonist Richard Hannay, a model for later Spy heroes?Join Dominic Sandbrook and Tabitha Syrett as they delve into the fascinating story behind the writing of The 39 Steps, and the world it was born of.Email us: ⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠For analysis, book recommendations and more, sign up to our newsletter, Book Club Notes, introduced weekly by Tabby or Dominic.Sign up at: https://www.thebookclubhq.com/ Instagram: ⁠⁠@bookclubpodhq⁠⁠TikTok: ⁠⁠@thebookclubpodhq⁠⁠X: ⁠⁠@bookclubpodhq⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠@TheBookClubPodHQ⁠⁠Senior Producer: Nicole MaslenAssistant Producer: Alfie NorrisSocial Producer: Harry BaldenVideo Editors:  Lorcan Moullier & Joe PettitExecutive Producer: Dom JohnsonLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices