The Complete Collection of Doctor Syn. Seven Novels. Illustrated: Doctor Syn on the High Seas, Doctor Syn Returns, Further Adventures of Doctor Syn, Shadow of Doctor Syn and others

by Russell Thorndike

The Complete Collection of Doctor Syn gathers all seven thrilling novels in the legendary swashbuckling saga by Russell Thorndike, now presented in a beautifully illustrated edition. This classic series follows the mysterious and daring exploits of Doctor Christopher Syn, a quiet country parson with a dangerous he once ruled the seas as the infamous pirate Captain Clegg.

From the windswept coasts of Kent to the treacherous high seas, Doctor Syn’s adventures span danger, disguise, and double lives. In Doctor Syn on the High Seas, we witness his transformation from scholar to pirate; in Doctor Syn Returns, he resumes his life in Dymchurch under the cover of respectability, leading a covert smuggling ring. Each novel builds on his legend, blending action, wit, and Gothic intrigue.

In The Further Adventures of Doctor Syn and The Shadow of Doctor Syn, the tension between Syn’s heroic and outlaw personas deepens, as enemies close in and his moral compass is tested. The other novels in the collection explore themes of loyalty, justice, and personal redemption through vivid storytelling and high drama.

Thorndike’s gripping prose and atmospheric settings evoke the 18th-century world with cinematic flair. His iconic character—part Robin Hood, part vigilante—has captivated readers for over a century and inspired stage and screen adaptations.

This complete edition is an essential treasure for fans of historical adventure, pirate lore, and complex heroes. Whether rediscovering the series or encountering it for the first time, readers will be swept into the unforgettable world of Doctor Syn.

- Doctor A Tale of the Romney Marsh (1915)
- Doctor Syn on the High Seas (1935)
- Doctor Syn Returns (1935)
- Further Adventures of Doctor Syn (1936)
- Amazing Quest of Doctor Syn (1938)
- Courageous Exploits of Doctor Syn (1939)
- Shadow of Doctor Syn (1944)

1601 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 17, 2025

About the author

Arthur Russell Thorndike was a British actor and novelist, best known for the Doctor Syn of Romney Marsh novels. Lesser known than his sister Dame Sybil Thorndike but just as versatile, Russell Thorndike's first love was for the pen and, following service in World War I, he devoted himself to writing.