Leopold in these 24 stories is the head of homicide, later to become the depart ment of violent crimes. Because he is given to interior musing, we learn the workings of the mind of a thoughtful de tective. Showing Leopold's mind, Hoch develops nuances of character rare in mystery stories. "The House by the Ferris" poses a typical Hoch problem. Ancient crone Stella Gaze predicts that four men will die--by earth, air, fire, and water. Leo pold is called in when one man drowns, is called again when another burns. The crimes ...
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Leopold in these 24 stories is the head of homicide, later to become the depart ment of violent crimes. Because he is given to interior musing, we learn the workings of the mind of a thoughtful de tective. Showing Leopold's mind, Hoch develops nuances of character rare in mystery stories. "The House by the Ferris" poses a typical Hoch problem. Ancient crone Stella Gaze predicts that four men will die--by earth, air, fire, and water. Leo pold is called in when one man drowns, is called again when another burns. The crimes seem to have been concocted by a witch.
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Very good in very good dust jacket. Signed by author. First edition first printing of this collection of 18 short stories featuring the character Captain Leopold. Inscribed by the author on the ffep. It says "For Norman S. Nolan-All best wishes Edward... Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 360 p. Mystery Makers. Audience: General/trade.
