The Almost Perfect Crime: True Crime Featuring Philo Vance, With Other Stories

The Almost Perfect Crime: True Crime Featuring Philo Vance, With Other Stories - Paperback

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The Almost Perfect Crime: True Crime Featuring Philo Vance, With Other Stories
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The Almost Perfect Crime: True Crime Featuring Philo Vance, With Other Stories - Paperback

The Almost Perfect Crime: True Crime Featuring Philo Vance, With Other Stories - Paperback

by S. S. Van Dine
$23.76
$23.76

Book Overview

by S. S. Van Dine (Author), Tony Medawar (Editor), Brooks Hefner (Editor)

Although virtually forgotten today, the name of S.S. Van Dine was recognized by mystery lovers around the world a century ago. Van Dine was the author of the Philo Vance novels, beginning with The Benson Murder Case.

Most critics agreed that his first six mysteries were his best, and the later books did not hold the same quality of puzzles. His books were made into films, and the short films associated with him were made into comics. By the time he passed away in 1939, his works had slid down to the point where he was writing mysteries for Gracie Allen. The most enduring legacy from his novels has become the intelligent American male sleuths like those created by Ellery Queen and Anthony Boucher.

Number of Pages: 276
Dimensions: 0.62 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: May 22, 2025
ISBN9781936363957
Author S. S. Van Dine
PublisherCrippen & Landru Publishers
GenreLiterature
FormatPaperback
PublishedMay 2025
LanguageENG- English
Pages276
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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