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The most complete collection of Yuletide whodunits ever assembled The Edgar Awardwinning editor collects sixty of his alltime favorite holiday crime storiesfrom Arthur Conan Doyle and Thomas Hardy to Sara Paretsky and Ed McBain.Anyone who cares about the best mystery writing of the past century and beyond would be lucky to receive this thick volume during the holidays.' The Washington PostThis collection touches on all aspects of the holiday season, and all types of mysteries. They are suspenseful, funny, frightening, and poignant.Included are puzzles by Mary Higgins Clark, Isaac Asimov, and Ngaio Marsh; uncanny tales in the tradition of A Christmas Carol by Peter Lovesey and Max Allan Collins; O. Henrylike stories by Stanley Ellin and Joseph Shearing, stories by pulp icons John D. MacDonald and Damon Runyon; comic gems from Donald E. Westlake and John Mortimer; and many, many more. Almost any kind of mystery youre in the mood forsuspense, pure detection, humor, cozy, private eye, or police proceduralcan be found in these pages.FEATURING: Unscrupulous Santas Crimes of Christmases Past and Present Festive felonies Deadly puddings Misdemeanors under the mistletoe Christmas cases for classic characters including Sherlock Holmes, Brother Cadfael, Miss Marple, Hercule Poirot, Ellery Queen, Rumpole of the Bailey, Inspector Morse, Inspector Ghote, A.J. Raffles, and Nero Wolfe.
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- Q: What is 'The Big Book of Christmas Mysteries' about? A: This collection features sixty holiday-themed crime stories from various authors, including classic tales and modern mysteries, all curated by Edgar Award-winning editor Otto Penzler.
- Q: Who are some authors featured in this book? A: The book includes stories from renowned authors such as Arthur Conan Doyle, Thomas Hardy, Sara Paretsky, and Ed McBain, among others.
- Q: What type of mysteries are included in this collection? A: The collection covers a wide range of mystery genres, including suspense, humor, cozy mysteries, and police procedurals, all set during the holiday season.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 672 pages, providing ample reading material for mystery enthusiasts.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all ages? A: While the book features holiday-themed mysteries, it is recommended for adult readers due to some mature themes and content in certain stories.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding, making it easy to handle and read.
- Q: When was 'The Big Book of Christmas Mysteries' published? A: The book was published on October 22, 2013.
- Q: Can I find famous detective characters in this book? A: Yes, the collection includes Christmas cases featuring iconic detective characters such as Sherlock Holmes, Miss Marple, and Hercule Poirot.
- Q: Is this book a good gift for mystery lovers? A: Absolutely! The diverse range of stories and festive themes make it an excellent gift for fans of mystery literature.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring you receive a pristine copy.