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"Post Haste"는 R. M. Ballantyne이 쓴 소설로 이 책은 1874년에 처음 출판되었다. 이 책은 19세기 스코틀랜드의 Royal Mail Service에서 일하는 Harold라는 젊은 우체부 이야기다.
"포스트 헤이스트"는 모험, 서스펜스, 역사 소설의 요소를 결합하여 독자들에게 시대의 우편 서비스와 운송 시스템을 엿볼 수 있다. R. M. Ballantyne은 상세한 묘사와 매력적인 스토리텔링으로 유명했으며, 이 소설도 예외는 아니다.


"Post Haste" is a novel written by R. M. Ballantyne and first published in 1874. This book tells the story of a young postman named Harold who works for the Royal Mail Service in Scotland in the 19th century.
"Post Haste" combines elements of adventure, suspense, and historical fiction to give readers a glimpse into the era's postal service and transportation system. R. M. Ballantyne was known for his detailed descriptions and engaging storytelling, and this novel is no exception.

요약
이 책은 해롤드가 스코틀랜드 시골 전역에 중요한 메시지와 소포를 배달하는 모험 이야기다. 일을 하면서 그는 위험한 기상 조건, 무법자와의 조우, 험준한 풍경을 탐색해야 하는 필요성 등 다양한 도전에 직면하게 되는데….

Summary
This book is the adventure story of Harold delivering important messages and parcels across the Scottish countryside. Along the way, he faces various challenges, including dangerous weather conditions, encounters with outlaws, and the need to navigate rugged landscapes... .

CONTENTS

Preface.

Chapter I. A Hero and His Worshipper.
Chapter II. Tells of Woman’s Work and some of Woman’s Ways.
Chapter III. Brilliant Prospects.
Chapter IV. The Royal Mail Steamer.
Chapter V. Wreck and Rescue.
Chapter VI. Treats of Poverty, Pride, and Fidelity.
Chapter VII. Phil Begins Life, and Makes a Friend.
Chapter VIII. Downward?Deeper and Deeper.
Chapter IX. Mr Blurt and George Aspel in Peculiar Circumstances.
Chapter X. A Mystery Cleared Up.
Chapter XI. The Letter-Carrier Goes His Rounds, Aids a Little Girl, and Overwhelms a Lady Statistically.
Chapter XII. In Which a Bosom Friend is Introduced, Rural Felicity is Enlarged on, and Deep Plans are Laid.
Chapter XIII. Miss Lillycrop Gets a Series of Surprises.
Chapter XIV. Formation of the Pegaway Literary Association and Other Matters.
Chapter XV. George Aspel Receives Various Visitors at the Ornithological Shop, and is Called to Vigorous Action.
Chapter XVI. Begins with Juvenile Flirtation, and Ends with Canine Cremation.
Chapter XVII. Tottie and Mrs Bones in Difficulty.
Chapter XVIII. Business Interfered with in a Remarkable Manner.
Chapter XIX. Deep-Laid Plans for Checkmating Mr Bones.
Chapter XX. The Post of the Olden Time.
Chapter XXI. Tells of a Series of Terrible Surprises.
Chapter XXII. Shows How One Thing Leads to Another, and so on.
Chapter XXIII. The Turning-Point.
Chapter XXIV. Plans and Counter Plans.
Chapter XXV. Light Shining in Dark Places.
Chapter XXVI. Tells of a Sham Fight and a Real Battle.
Chapter XXVII. The Greatest Battle of All.
Chapter XXVIII. The Storming of Rocky Cottage and Other Matters.
Chapter XXIX. Describes an Interview and a Rencontre.
Chapter XXX. The Last.