John Dickson Carr
12 SeriesJohn Dickson Carr (1906-1977) was an American author renowned for his detective fiction, notably the Dr. Gideon Fell and Sir Henry Merrivale series. Considered a master of the Golden Age mystery genre, Carr's novels often featured English settings and characters, solving seemingly impossible crimes. He wrote under the pseudonym Carter Dickson and received two Edgar Awards and the Grand Master Award from the Mystery Writers of America.
John Dickson Carr's "The Waxworks Murder," also known as "The Corpse in the Waxworks," features a chilling murder set in a wax museum. "The Three Coffins," alternatively titled "The Hollow Man," delves into the mysterious locked-room murder of Professor Grimaud. In "The Black Spectacles," also published as "The Problem of the Green Capsule," a baffling poisoning case unfolds during a public demonstration. Each novel showcases Carr's mastery of intricate plots and surprising solutions. These works exemplify the classic detective genre, captivating readers with their ingenious puzzles and atmospheric settings.
