The Art of Mystery & Detective Stories: the Best Illustrations from over a Century of Crime Fiction

London: Treasure Press. Fine. 1986. Hardcover. 1850511357 . An edition in Fine condition housed in an equally handsome dust-jacket ; This beautiful book celebrates the art of mystery and detective stories with over one hundred illustrations from the last century. The book is divided into four sections: Crime Scene, Forensic Science, Detective Work, and the Sleuth. Each section has its own introduction by the author, followed by a selection of illustrations.; 8vo; 174 pages .