A Treasury of Great Mysteries Volume Two [Hardcover] Haycraft, Howard ; Beecroft, John

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Hardcover is in good condition. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

A mid-20th century gem, this copy of “A Treasury of Great Mysteries Volume Two” offers a meticulously curated selection of the finest mystery stories from the genre’s golden age. Edited by renowned critics Howard Haycraft and John Beecroft, it showcases the intricate plots of Agatha Christie, atmospheric narratives of Dashiell Hammett, and other celebrated authors. Despite lacking a dust jacket, the clean pages and secure binding ensure an immersive journey through the rich tapestry of suspense and literary mastery that defined this era of mystery fiction.

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Hardcover is in good condition. No dust jacket. Pages are clean and binding is secure.

This copy of “A Treasury of Great Mysteries Volume Two” is a remarkable anthology edited by the esteemed mystery writers and critics Howard Haycraft and John Beecroft. Published in the mid-20th century, it showcases a carefully curated selection of the finest mystery stories from the genre’s golden age. Haycraft, known for his influential work “Murder for Pleasure,” brought his unparalleled expertise to this collection, offering readers a treasure trove of captivating tales that exemplify the art of the mystery novel. From the intricate plots of Agatha Christie to the atmospheric narratives of Dashiell Hammett, this volume invites readers on a journey through the minds of the era’s most celebrated authors. Despite the absence of a dust jacket, the clean pages and secure binding ensure an immersive reading experience, allowing collectors and enthusiasts alike to delve into the rich tapestry of suspense, intrigue, and literary mastery that defined this golden era of mystery fiction.

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Weight 20 lbs
Dimensions 21.08 × 14.22 × 3.81 in
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