About “Doctor Syn: A Tale of the Romney Marsh”
Doctor Syn: A Tale of the Romney Marsh is a 1915 novel by Russell Thorndike. It follows the story of Doctor Christopher Syn, a parson who becomes a smuggler with a hidden past. Published by Thomas Nelson & Sons, the book was a success and led to six additional novels in the series, as well as stage plays and other adaptations. Despite being the first book published, it is the final in the series' timeline. The novel is set on the Romney Marsh and explores themes of morality and secret identities. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Book details
- First published
- 1915