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Lawrence Treat

    Lawrence Treat, born Lawrence Arthur Goldstone, was an American mystery novelist and a pioneer of the police procedural genre. A former lawyer, he was a founding member of the Mystery Writers of America. His works are characterized by their realistic depiction of police work and the psychological depth of their characters. Treat focused on detailed portrayals of the investigative process, influencing many subsequent mystery writers.

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    Crime and Puzzlement: 24 Solve-Them-Yourself Mysteries
    • 2003

      The narrative centers on the mysterious death of Eli P. Harvard, found with a revolver after a breakup with Sally, raising questions of suicide or murder. Readers are invited to step into the role of detective, piecing together clues from illustrations to uncover the truth behind his death and other intriguing cases. With guidance from Lawrence Treat, aspiring sleuths will engage in solving various mysteries, enhancing their deductive skills as they explore twists and turns in the plot.

      Crime and Puzzlement: 24 Solve-Them-Yourself Mysteries