In the final episode of 'John Buchan Unbound', join Ursula Buchan and historian Michael Redley to explore John Buchan's retrospect on the First World War in his book 'Memory Hold the Door'. This episode traverses the transformative effects of the war on global societies, revealing Buchan's insights as a war correspondent, intelligence officer, and novelist. We delve into his post-war life, his political and literary contributions, and his profound reflections on democracy and literary modernism. Concluding our series, we celebrate Buchan's enduring legacy, showcasing his unique perspective on a world reshaped by conflict and his ongoing influence in literature and history.

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