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To Order Contact Your Local Dover Rep or Tel 800-223-3130 Fax 516-742-5049 www.doverdirect.com 25 TRADE FICTION & NONFICTION Gold Dagger winner: “A warm, a colorful, a rich novel.” — Anthony Boucher, author of Nine Times Nine ALSO AVAILABLE ALSO AVAILABLE When I Grow Rich A Nuri Bey Mystery Joan Fleming Winner of the 1962 Gold Dagger Award for best crime novel, this atmospheric tale of murder and suspense unfolds in Istanbul, where a young Turkish philosopher and a rootless British teenager fall afoul of an international drug smuggling ring. The debut of Fleming's reluctant sleuth Nuri Bey, it colorfully portrays a society at the cross- roads of Europe and Asia that's caught between a proud sultanate past and a compelling modern future. 208pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. Dover Exclusive. September 12, 2018 $14.95 US 0-486-82561-2 978-0-486-82561-8 Mystery Young Man, I Think You're Dying, Joan Fleming. A psychopath's accidental murder of an elderly woman is the catalyst for a crime spree in 1970s London. Winner of the British Crime Writers' Association's Gold Dagger Award for Best Novel. 160pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. 978-0-486-82297-6 $14.95 September 12, 2018 $19.95 US 0-486-83107-8 978-0-486-83107-7 Biography The Way of Being Lost, Victoria Price. In this intimate, inspiring guide to finding one's path, the daughter of Vincent Price shares her journey toward accepting his legacy of remaining curious, giving back, practicing joy, and saying yes. 352pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. 978-0-486-81605-0 $26.95 Vincent Price: A Daughter's Biography Victoria Price Foreword by Roger Corman “Price ... emerges as one of his most complex characters in this entertaining and touching biography,” observed The New York Times of this candid and heartfelt book. Vincent Price's daughter Victoria traces the legendary actor's 65-year career from his radio days to his classic movies and horror films to his Broadway performances. An art historian and collector as well as a gourmet chef, Price was a true Renaissance man whose larger-than-life presence filled his child's life with wonder. Includes a never-before-published essay by Vincent Price and 32 pages of black-and-white photographs. 384pp. 6 x 9.

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When I Grow RichA Nuri Bey MysteryJoan FlemingWinner of the 1962 Gold Dagger Award for best crime novel, this atmospheric tale of murder and suspense unfolds in Istanbul, where a young Turkish philosopher and a rootless British teenager fall afoul of an international drug smuggling ring. The debut of Fleming's reluctant sleuth Nuri Bey, it colorfully portrays a society at the cross-roads of Europe and Asia that's caught between a proud sultanate past and a compelling modern future. 208pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.Dover Exclusive.

September 12, 2018

$14.95 US0-486-82561-2978-0-486-82561-8 Mystery

Young Man, I Think You're Dying, Joan Fleming. A psychopath's accidental murder of an elderly woman is the catalyst for a crime spree in 1970s London. Winner of the British Crime Writers' Association's Gold Dagger Award for Best Novel. 160pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. 978-0-486-82297-6 $14.95

September 12, 2018

$19.95 US0-486-83107-8978-0-486-83107-7 Biography

The Way of Being Lost, Victoria Price. In this intimate, inspiring guide to �nding one's path, the daughter of Vincent Price shares her journey toward accepting his legacy of remaining curious, giving back, practicing joy, and saying yes. 352pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. 978-0-486-81605-0 $26.95

Vincent Price: A Daughter's BiographyVictoria Price Foreword by Roger Corman“Price ... emerges as one of his most complex characters in this entertaining and touching biography,” observed The New York Times of this candid and heartfelt book. Vincent Price's daughter Victoria traces the legendary actor's 65-year career from his radio days to his classic movies and horror films to his Broadway performances. An art historian and collector as well as a gourmet chef, Price was a true Renaissance man whose larger-than-life presence filled his child's life with wonder. Includes a never-before-published essay by Vincent Price and 32 pages of black-and-white photographs. 384pp. 6 x 9.

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Malice AforethoughtThe Story of a Commonplace CrimeFrancis IlesDr. Edmund Bickleigh married into a higher social class, and his inferiority complex drives him to one adulterous affair after another. With the collapse of his latest fling, the doctor resolves to get rid of his domineering wife and begins plotting the perfect mur-der. The Crime Writers' Association ranked this classic of psychological suspense at No. 16 in its Top 100 Crime Novels of All Time. 320pp. 5 x 8.Dover Exclusive.

September 12, 2018

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The Call of Cthulhu and At the Mountains of MadnessTwo Tales of the MythosH. P. LovecraftThis single-volume edition features a pair of H. P. Lovecraft's best and most popular tales of horror and fantasy: “The Call of Cthulhu,” praised by Conan the Barbarian cre-ator Robert E. Howard as “a masterpiece, which I am sure will live as one of the highest achievements of literature”; and “At the Mountains of Madness,” hailed as “first-water, true-blue science fiction” by Theodore Sturgeon. 128pp. 5 x 8.

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Jane AustenHer Homes and Her FriendsWritten by Constance Hill Illustrated by Ellen G. HillThis charming 1902 account follows the literary pilgrimage of two sisters tracing Jane Austen's footsteps. Avid fans of her writing, Constance and Ellen Hill were given access to manuscripts of Austen's letters as well as unpublished family memoirs and notebooks containing the “Minor Works.” Investigating the author's life as well as those of her char-acters, this sweetly illustrated homage travels across the English countryside for an inti-mate glimpse of Austen's world. 208pp. 6 x 9.

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The YosemiteJohn MuirJohn Muir is intimately connected with Yosemite, as this appreciation of the region's majestic landscapes perfectly demonstrates. His classic nature writing is informed by the beloved conservationist's years of exploration, from the heights of Yosemite Falls to the tremendous rush of its snowy avalanches. An essential companion for visitors, it offers rich appraisals of the meadows and valleys of this natural wonder, exuding an almost mystical love for the area's beauty. 304pp. 5 x 8.

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The Soup BookOver 700 RecipesLouis P. De GouyThick and thin, hot and cold, complex and simple — here are soups for every appetite and occasion. A master chef and co-founder of Gourmet magazine presents more than 700 outstanding recipes for bisques, chowders, consommès, and other soups that can serve as a perfect prelude to a feast or as an inexpensive but rich and hearty meal in itself. 416pp. 6 x 9.

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The Pie Book, Louis P. De Gouy. More than 400 recipes range from simple apple and cherry pies to mince meats, custards, and chiffons. Includes more than two dozen crust recipes and a section on toppings and glazes. Hardcover edition. 432pp. 6 x 9. 978-0-486-82455-0 $24.95

Author ProfileLouis Pullig De Gouy (1876–1947) served as apprentice to his father, who was the Esquire of Cuisine at the courts of Austria and Belgium. Best known for his 30-year career at New York City’s Waldorf Astoria, he was a founder of Gourmet magazine and the author of 16 cookbooks.

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The Savoy Cocktail BookHarry CraddockThe ultimate bartender's book, this compilation of 750 recipes is a rare and highly collectible volume. Consisting mostly of cocktails, it comprises non-alcoholic drinks as well as sours, toddies, flips, egg nogs, slings, fizzes, coolers, rickeys, juleps, punches, and a myriad of other delectable refreshments. Our hardcover edition features the original illustrations — dozens of colorful drawings that imbue the book with a lively Jazz Age spirit — and makes a splendid gift for bartenders and housewarming parties. 320pp. 5 x 8.

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How to BakeNick MalgieriOne of America's preeminent bakers and baking teachers presents this accessible, hardcover guide to creating professional-quality confections. Nick Malgieri shares scores of mouth-watering recipes for plain and fancy cakes; breads, biscuits, muf-fins, and scones; sweet and savory pies and tarts; brownies, macaroons, rugelach, and all manner of cookies. In addition to his clear, detailed instruc-tions, Malgieri offers helpful tips for variations on classic recipes as well as suggestions for every-thing from making a pastry bag to mastering cake and pie toppings. Presented in order from the sim-plest to most complex, these recipes from the col-lection of a great pastry chef will add a whole new level of sophistication to your kitchen repertoire. 480pp. 7 3/4 x 9 1/8.Dover Exclusive.

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Author ProfileNick Malgieri is Director of the Baking Program at Peter Kump’s Cooking School in New York and a frequent guest teacher at schools across the United States. His recipes and articles have appeared in The New York Times, Gourmet, Chocolatier, Food & Wine, and many other periodicals.

Winner of the James Beard Foundation award for best baking book

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Death for MadameA Prof. John Stubbs MysteryR. T. CampbellSomeone strangled crazy old Aunt Lottie as she sat in the lobby of her hotel. Each of the boarders is mentioned in her will — and all of their alibis are weak. Enter Professor John Stubbs, the pipe-smoking, beer-swilling amateur detective, who's determined to exonerate his drinking buddy, the will's chief beneficiary. Humor and poetic turns of phrase highlight this atmospheric mystery, set in postwar London. First time published in the United States. 160pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.Dover Exclusive.

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Bodies in a Bookshop, R. T. Campbell. A trio of investigators strive to solve a couple of murders and avoid tripping over each other's odd personalities. Exuberant mystery from the 1940s, loaded with droll characters and crisp dialogue. 160pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. 978-0-486-78443-4 $12.95Swing Low, Swing Death, R. T. Campbell. First time published in the United States! Professor John Stubbs is called to the opening of London's new Museum of Modern Art — it seems that there's a corpse hanging from an exhibit wall. 176pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. 978-0-486-82276-1 $12.95

Unholy DyingA Prof. John Stubbs MysteryR. T. CampbellAn infamous fraud has been poisoned at a congress of geneticists, and the suspects include a dozen vindictive former assistants and humiliated colleagues. Enter Professor John Stubbs, Scottish botanist and amateur sleuth, whose investigation employs humorously unconventional methods. Written under a pseudonym by art critic and poet Ruthven Campbell Todd, this witty 1945 whodunnit recaptures the flavor of English university life during the mid-20th century. 128pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

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Author ProfileJohn Shirley is primarily a writer of fantasy and science fiction as well as song lyrics. He has written novels, short stories, television scripts, and screenplays, publishing more than 40 books. Shirley has fronted his own bands, and his songs have been performed by other groups, including Blue Öyster Cult.

Eclipse CoronaJohn Shirley“John Shirley's prophet-in-the-cyberwilderness voice deserves high billing among the best.” — Roger Zelazny. In this classic of cyberpunk literature, the conclusion of Shirley's “A Song Called Youth” trilogy, the Second Alliance funda-mentalists make a final genocidal stand in Europe. Only the rebels of the New Resistance stand in their way, forging an uneasy alliance between Israeli and Muslim fighters to combat the effects of mind control and to keep humanity from falling into the eclipse of fascism. 160pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.Dover Exclusive.

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Eclipse, John Shirley. Gripping cyberpunk novel — the �rst in a trilogy — portrays clash between fascist overlords and rebels who battle mind control and weapons of mass destruction with sex and drugs and rock and roll. "Chillingly plausible." — Kirkus Reviews. 368pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. 978-0-486-81789-7 $14.95Eclipse Penumbra, John Shirley. The second volume in the cyberpunk trilogy , this thrilling chapter recounts the struggle between guerilla �ghters and neofascists for control of an orbiting space colony. 320pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. 978-0-486-81792-7 $14.95

Final book in the trilogy by “one of SF’s most singular talents.” — William Gibson, author of Neuromancer

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English as She Is SpokeThe Guide of the Conversation in Portuguese and EnglishPedro Carolino (José da Fonseca) Introduction by Mark TwainThis literary curiosity takes the form of a Portuguese-English phrase book written by an author who spoke no English. With the help of a pair of dictionaries, Pedro Carolino translated a series of expressions from his native Portuguese into French and from French into English. The result is a volume of unintentional hilarity, praised by Mark Twain in his appreciative Introduction for its “miraculous stupidities.” 128pp. 5 x 7.

October 17, 2018

$6.95 US0-486-82932-4978-0-486-82932-6 Humor

The Search for Joseph TullyWilliam H. Hallahan“A relentless, terrifying thriller.” — Dean Koontz. In the midst of a gloomy winter, the last tenant of an abandoned building in Brooklyn listens to the haunted house warn him of his impending doom. Across town, a genealogical detective investigates the descendants of an 18th-century wine merchant. The two storylines inexorably converge in a gripping tale of the occult, mysticism, and revenge from beyond the grave. 256pp. 5 x 8.Dover Exclusive.

October 17, 2018

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You Can't WinA Story from LifeJack BlackA major influence on William S. Burroughs and other Beat writers, this lost classic recaptures a hobo underworld of the early 20th century. Author Jack Black, a drifter and small-time criminal, writes of hopping trains, burglaries, prison, and drug addiction. His plain-spoken memoir offers a compelling portrait of life outside the law and honor among thieves. “A superb piece of autobiography.” — Carl Sandburg. 288pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

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The brilliant successor to Lawrence’s acclaimed first novel, Blood upon the Snow

Author ProfileAmerican mystery writer Hilda Lawrence (1906–1976) published her first book, Blood upon the Snow, in 1944. Its commercial success inspired two more novels featuring detective Mark East, A Time to Die and Death of a Doll. Her other books include The Pavilion and a collection of novellas, Duet of Death.

A Time to DieA Mark East MysteryHilda LawrenceJust as he encountered murder while off duty in Blood upon the Snow, detective Mark East's vaca-tion is once again interrupted by a mystery. An attractive young woman who'd been staying at a resort disappears from a church social and is later found brutally slain. The suspense builds as East investigates the victim's background, slowly dis-covering that she wasn't at all what she seemed. 272pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.Dover Exclusive.

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Blood upon the Snow, Hilda Lawrence. The occupants of an isolated country estate are dying under mysterious circumstances. Detective Mark East, assisted by a pair of clever spinsters, conducts a gripping investigation. "Smooth handling by East — and the author." — Kirkus. 224pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2. 978-0-486-82313-3 $14.95

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The Practical Magician and Ventriloquist's GuideAnonymousAspiring magicians can astonish their friends and family with these classic parlor tricks, designed especially for beginners. From “How to cut off a person's nose without injuring him” to “How to double your pocket money,” simplified versions of popular illusions include tricks with coins, handkerchiefs, eggs, and other common household items. A third of the book introduces the history and practice of ventriloquism. 96pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

October 17, 2018

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The Art of String FiguresInternational String Figure AssociationRooted in tribal customs and cultural traditions from around the world, making string figures is an ancient pastime that continues to charm people of all ages. Compiled from the most recent issues of String Figure Magazine, simple instructions and easy-to-follow photographs offer step-by-step guides to creating more than two dozen captivating string figures, accompanied by brief accounts of their historical background. 128pp. 8 1/4 x 11.

November 14, 2018

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How to Make a Living as a Professional MagicianBusiness First, Slight-of-Hand LaterMagnusYou may be able to pull a rabbit out of a hat, but can you recruit new clients, tailor your show to different occasions, and lay aside some money for operating expenses? In the only guide of its kind, professional magician Magnus, aka Matt Patterson, shows you the ins and outs of managing your career in magic. His tried-and-true methods will convert you — presto, change-o — into a successful professional. 128pp. 6 x 9.

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“An unparalleled view of the top of the money world by a man who has been there. Do not miss this one.”

— Library Journal

Author ProfileA bestselling author and creator of the financial thriller genre, Paul Erdman (1932–2007) wrote The Silver Bears, The Crash of ’79, The Last Days of America, The Panic of ’89, The Swiss Account, and The Set-up. Previously, he worked in finance, notably as founder and President of the United California Bank in Basel. Erdman began writing The Billion Dollar Sure Thing in a Swiss prison, where he was held for ten months as a result of his bank’s collapse.

The Billion Dollar Sure ThingPaul E. Erdman“A brilliant novel on international finance ... you will have serious trouble putting this book down.” — Forbes. Winner of the Edgar Award for Best First Novel, this was the first novel of intrigue set in the world money market that was written by a monetary expert. Its fast-paced, suspenseful plot centers on a billion-dollar, top-secret coup intended to protect the U. S. dollar. 256pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.Dover Exclusive.

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Thriller

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FantômasMarcel Allain and Pierre Souvestre“A great romp.” — San Francisco Chronicle. A noblewoman is murdered in her chateau, a Russian princess robbed in a posh hotel, and a lord's corpse found inside a trunk — all clearly the foul deeds of Fantômas, the diabolical master of disguise whose depravities paralyze Parisians with terror. Praised by The Village Voice as “a legendary crime novel,” Fantômas was the first in a series of wildly popular French thrillers. 320pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

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How to WriteGertrude SteinAn excellent introduction to the unique voice of Gertrude Stein — as well as a treat for her fans — this 1931 book presents the modernist author's thoughts on the art and craft of writing. Stein's experimental style reflects her love of refrain and rhyme, her dismissal of the conventional significance of words, and an imaginative approach to language that continues to inspire writers and readers. 416pp. 4 5/8 x 6 3/8.

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Love Among the ChickensP. G. Wodehouse“Read it at your leisure, when you're feeling down.” — The Paris Review. Stanley Featherstonehaugh Ukridge, one of P. G. Wodehouse's most beloved characters, debuts in this delightful farce as he launches a chicken ranch and ropes his novelist friend Jeremy Garnet into his scheme. Diseased birds and disaffected creditors notwithstanding, Ukridge remains undaunted while an increasingly flustered Garnet attempts to cultivate a romance with the girl next door. This early novel shows Wodehouse at his charming best. 256pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

November 14, 2018

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The Inimitable JeevesP. G. WodehouseOne of the earliest and best collections of stories about hapless aristocrat Bertie Wooster and his supremely efficient valet Jeeves, this volume centers on the romantic travails of Bertie's school chum, Bingo Little. A splendid introduction to P. G. Wodehouse's most popu-lar characters, these comic gems recount Bertie's reluctant involvement in Bingo's misad-ventures and Jeeves' uncanny ability to rescue his employer from every scrape. 240pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

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The Pit Prop SyndicateFreeman Wills CroftsAn English motorcyclist on vacation in the south of France accidentally uncovers a front for illegal activity in this atmospheric Inspector French mystery, a tense tale of smuggling, romance, and murder. A leader of the Golden Age of British crime fiction, author Freeman Wills Crofts was acclaimed by The New York Times Book Review as “the all-time master of the intricate timetable alibi” and by Raymond Chandler as “the soundest builder of them all.” 304pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

The Transformation of Philip Jettan(later published as Powder and Patch)Georgette HeyerWhen a young squire is rejected by his lady love as “a raw country bumpkin,” he retreats to Paris to acquire refinement. Returning as a fashionably attired man of the world, Philip Jettan discovers that he might have lost his sweetheart along with his rough edges. This edi-tion includes the original final chapter, which was removed when the novel was republished as Powder and Patch. 192pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

A Lady of QualityFrances Hodgson BurnettFrom the author of the children's classics The Secret Garden, A Little Princess, and Little Lord Fauntleroy comes this adult novel about Clorinda Wildairs, a strong-willed young woman who seeks to overcome the disadvantages of her lowly upbringing and transform herself into a lady of quality. This bestselling tale of rebellion, dark secrets, and great love unfolds against the colorful backdrop of England in the early 1700s. 256pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

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The Eye of the BeholderMarc Behm“One of the most remarkable combinations of PI novel and suspense story ever published.” — The New York Times Book Review. In this genre-bending tale of sex, death, and parental love, a private inves-tigator known as the Eye encounters a woman who routinely murders her wealthy husbands. Even though he is well aware that the seductress is not his long-lost daughter, the detective's growing obsession leads him to conceal her shocking crimes. 208pp. 5 x 8.Dover Exclusive.

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The Great Thinking Machine"The Problem of Cell 13" and Other StoriesJacques FutrelleOne of the most famous detective stories ever written, “The Problem of Cell 13” explores a locked-room mystery starring super sleuth Professor Augustus S. F. X. Van Dusen, aka The Thinking Machine. The Professor appeared in nearly 50 other stories, and this collection presents 11 of the very best. Loaded with Edwardian period flavor, the realistic tales antici-pate many of the major developments in modern crime fiction. 256pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

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“A pivotal work in the history of mystery fiction.” — The Guardian

Author ProfileIn addition to a pair of modern noir classic novels, Marc Behm (1925–2007) wrote several screenplays, including Charade, starring Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant, and the Beatles’ second movie, Help! His acclaimed mystery The Eye of the Beholder has two different film adaptations.

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The Murder on the LinksA Hercule Poirot MysteryAgatha Christie“Here is a remarkably good detective story.” — The New York Times Book Review. After his debut in The Mysterious Affair at Styles, Hercule Poirot returns to answer a wealthy English financier's urgent call from France. The Belgian sleuth arrives too late to save his would-be client from a shallow grave, but there are plenty of suspects to interrogate — and soon, a second body to intensify the mystery. 256pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.

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Murder for PleasureThe Life and Times of the Detective StoryHoward Haycraft“Genuinely fascinating reading.” — The New York Times Book Review. An expert in detective fiction traces its development from the 1840s through the 1940s, charting the innovations of Edgar Allen Poe, Wilkie Collins, and Arthur Conan Doyle as well as the modern influence of George Simenon, Josephine Tey, and others. Topics include a survey of the critical litera-ture, a quiz, and a Who's Who in Detection. “Patently authoritative.” — The New Yorker. 416pp. 5 1/2 x 8 1/2.Dover Exclusive.

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Animal Lore and LegendThe Wisdom and Wonder of Animals RevealedRuth BinneyIn folklore, animals can be witches and devils in disguise but in real life, many of them are our cherished companions. This timeless collec-tion looks at both sides of our perception of the animal kingdom, from ancient legends to everyday fact. Assembled by a noted naturalist, this handsome hardcover gift edition overflows in fascinating tales, legends, proverbs, and predictions of wild and domestic creatures. From the inter-pretation of chirping crickets as a sign of impending rain to the custom of knotting a tiger's whisker into your mustache to defeat the Big Cat, these folkloric traditions will delight animal lovers of every stripe. 144pp. 5 3/8 x 7.

January 16, 2019

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Plant Lore and LegendThe Wisdom and Wonder of Plants and Flowers RevealedRuth BinneyFrom time immemorial, people have sought to understand the mysteries of the natural world, giving rise to a wealth of myths and legends con-nected to plant life. In addition to their imaginative appeal, these oral traditions offered practical advice about which flowers, trees, and plants could provide foods, remedies, and construction materials. This richly illustrated volume provides a treasury of this ancient wisdom. From the association of roses with romance to the restorative powers of tea leaves, this lovely hardcover gift edition abounds in facts and fancies that will captivate lovers of plants and gardens. 144pp. 5 3/8 x 7.

February 13, 2019

$12.95 US0-486-82874-3978-0-486-82874-9 Nature

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