Margery Allingham emerged from a family deeply rooted in writing, earning her first fee for a story at the tender age of eight. Her literary career truly gained momentum in 1929 with the publication of her second novel, which introduced her most iconic character, Albert Campion. Campion evolved into the central figure of her narratives, a character Allingham skillfully developed throughout her prolific career. Her novels are celebrated for their intricate plots and distinctive narrative voice, captivating readers worldwide.
A collection of stories featuring gentleman sleuth Albert Campion - hero of a BBC series - from what many consider to be the golden age of the detective story. Margery Allingham was the author of over twenty novels and story collections, including "Sweet Danger" and "Police at the Funeral".
Private detective Albert Campion sets out to plumb the secrets of Saltey, an ancient hamlet on the Essex marshes. Once the haunt of smugglers, it now hides a secret rich and mysterious enough to trap all who enter - and someone in the village is willing to terrorise, murder and raise the very devil to keep that secret to themselves.
Judge Crowdy Lobbett has found evidence pointing to the identity of the criminal mastermind behind the deadly Simister gang. After four attempts on his life, he ends up seeking the help of Albert Campion.
Called to a quiet English country town to investigate a murder, Albert Campion finds that his old school chum Pig Peters is dead--again--and embarks on a quest to learn the truth about Pig's strange double life
“How many of the detective stories you read do you remember?” Not very many. And there Margery Allingham stands out like a shining light. In this collection of eighteen short stories, Queen of Crime Margery Allingham dabbles in the occult, the mysterious, and the murderous. Always the perceptive observer, Allingham fills these stories with astute characterisations, brilliant humour, and her classic wit. With a tribute by Agatha Christie, this Golden Age collection is sure to dazzle and delight fans of this master of detective fiction. The Allingham Minibus was first published in 1973 and has also been published as Mr Campion’s Lucky Day and Other Stories.
Agatha Christie called her ‘a shining light’. Have you discovered Margery Allingham, the 'true queen' of the classic murder mystery?Three of Margery Allingham's classic crime stories captured in one volume, perfect for aficionados and new readers alike.A skeleton in a dinner jacket, a man murdered in a deckchair, a dead man spotted wandering in the London fog... private detective Albert Campion is called upon to solve some most unusual crimes. This omnibus features three of the charming amateur sleuth's most intriguing cases: Sweet Danger, The Case of the Late Pig and The Tiger in the Smoke.As urbane as Lord Wimsey…as ingenious as Poirot… Meet one of crime fiction’s Great Detectives, Mr Albert Campion
The Tiger in the Smoke. The Moving Toyshop. The Franchise Affair. Death at the President’s Lodging. The Innocecne of Father Brown
This collection features five notable works of classic crime fiction, showcasing the talents of prominent authors in the genre. The stories delve into intricate plots, exploring themes of morality, justice, and the human psyche. Josephine Tey's "The Franchise Affair" presents a gripping narrative centered on a wrongful accusation of kidnapping, examining societal prejudices and the quest for truth. Michael Innes's "Hamlet, Revenge!" blends elements of Shakespearean drama with a modern mystery, as a detective navigates a web of intrigue surrounding a theatrical production. Margery Allingham's "The Crime at Black Dudley" introduces the character of Albert Campion, an amateur sleuth who uncovers a murder during a weekend gathering at a country estate, highlighting themes of deception and class dynamics. Edmund Crispin's "The Moving Toyshop" features the eccentric detective Gervase Fen, who investigates a puzzling crime that combines humor with intellectual challenge. Lastly, G. K. Chesterton's "The Innocence of Father Brown" introduces the titular priest-detective, whose keen insight into human nature allows him to solve various crimes, emphasizing themes of faith and morality. Each story offers a unique perspective on crime and detection, reflecting the diverse approaches within classic literature.
A VINTAGE MURDER MYSTERYAgatha Christie called her `a shining light'. No time is wasted in summoning Albert Campion and his sleuthing skills away from the bustle of Piccadilly to investigate - but little does he expect to be greeted by a band of eccentric relatives all at daggers with each other.
In The Patient at Peacocks Hall a young and beautiful woman doctor fights to save the life of her rival; lost poison seems damning evidence, and dramatic revelations follow each other in a neatly constructed story of suspense, involving a film-star, a mysterious Frenchman, and other material for village gossip. Safer than Love is set in a preparatory school at the beginning of the summer holidays. The headmaster’s young wife has her own reasons for prevaricating when inquisitive neighbours in the small town inquire about her husband’s whereabouts. (Publisher’s description) Contents: Patient at Peacocks Hall — Safer than love
The ancient hamlet of Saltey, once the haunt of smugglers, now hides a secret rich and mysterious enough to trap all who enter… and someone in town is willing to terrorise, murder, and raise the very devil to keep that secret to themselves. When a transistor thought to be the key to telepathic communication is found, Albert Campion is called to sort fact from fiction. But the device at the centre of the mystery is in the possession of two schoolboys and whether they stole it or invented it, there are others who will kill to get hold of it. Private detective Albert Campion faces a challenge as deadly as any in his career. All books in the Albert Campion series are standalone titles and can be read in any order.