Philip MacDonald
Philip Macdonald was the grandson of the writer George MacDonald. During World War I he served with the British cavalry in Mesopotamia. He later trained horses for the army, was a show jumper, and moved to Hollywood in 1931. He was one of the most popular mystery writers of the 1930s, and wrote over 25 novels. Fifteen film adaptations were made of his novels, and he also wrote many screenplays.
Philip Macdonald was the grandson of the writer George MacDonald. During World War I he served with the British cavalry in Mesopotamia. He later trained horses for the army, was a show jumper, and moved to Hollywood in 1931. He was one of the most popular mystery writers of the 1930s, and wrote over 25 novels. Fifteen film adaptations were made of his novels, and he also wrote many screenplays. See less
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Philip MacDonald book reviews
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The List of Adrian Messenger
Great Story
by sombra, Apr 6, 2009
This has long been one of my favorate books.
I bought this copy for my granddaughter.
This is a real page turner. A crime of monstrous proportions, by an evil genius with infinite patience.
I ... Read More
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The choice.
Philip MacDonald was one of the best
by Yoakie, Mar 5, 2009
He didn't write enough books to suit me.
His Colonel Gethryn books were my favorites. I have them all, and now am looking for extra copies to give to friends and family. I would recommend the ... Read More
