American Sherlocks

Sherlock Holmes is the most famous fictional detective, but American writers created dozens of crime-solvers between 1890 and 1920. This anthology gathers 15 often neglected tales to highlight American crime fiction's early years, featuring Professor Augustus SFX Van Dusen, The Thinking Machine, Craig Kennedy, Uncle Abner, Violet Strange, and Nick Carter.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 1 pages
Publication date: 25 March 2021
Publisher: Oldcastle Books Ltd

Sherlock Holmes, the iconic fictional detective, reigns supreme among his peers, yet across the Atlantic, a vibrant community of rivals emerged. Between the years 1890 and 1920, a remarkable surge of American writers crafted an astounding array of crime-solvers, each with their unique talents and methods. In this captivating and unconventional anthology, editor Nick Rennison has assembled a collection of 15 oft-overlooked tales, showcasing the early years of American crime fiction. The detectives featured in this extraordinary assemblage include the esteemed Professor Augustus SFX Van Dusen, known as The Thinking Machine, a cerebral figure even more astute than Holmes; Craig Kennedy, the celebrated scientific detective; Uncle Abner, a cunning backwoodsman in pre-Civil War Virginia; Violet Strange, a New York debutante who transformed into a criminologist; and Nick Carter, the pioneering pulp private eye. These remarkable individuals, each with their distinct personalities and skills, contributed to the rich tapestry of American crime fiction, leaving an indelible mark on the genre. Their stories, filled with suspense, intrigue, and ingenious detective work, invite readers to embark on thrilling adventures into the world of crime and mystery.

Weight: 234g
Dimension: 128 x 198 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780857304391