Medawar, Tony

Bodies from the Library 6: Lost Tales of Mystery and Suspense from the Golden Age of Detection

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ISBN 13:
9780008522803
author:
Medawar, Tony
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Collins Crime Club
language:
English
Publication Year:
2024
Pages:
352
Dimensions:
19.6 x 13 x 2.3 centimetres (0.2
Genre:
Fiction & Literature, Anthologies, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£10.30

Description

Bodies from the Library 6 brings together a diverse collection of lost and forgotten tales from the Golden Age of detection. This latest volume features an eclectic mix of stories by classic crime and thriller writers, unearthed from ephemeral publications, newspapers, and magazines. The collection includes familiar names from previous volumes, as well as new additions, including a previously unknown novella by Anthony Gilbert and a Detection Club radio play by John Rhode. The book also introduces readers to three new authors: George Bellairs, Victor Whitechurch, and Andrew Garve. The collection rounds off with a unique round-robin novella by five thriller writers, including Geoffrey Household and Dennis Wheatley. A revealing biography of each of the 16 featured authors is included, providing insight into their lives and works. Whether you're a seasoned fan of the series or new to Bodies from the Library, this volume promises to be an indispensable addition to your bookshelf.

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