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The Benson Murder Case: (1 Philo Vance Mystery)


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When Wall Street tycoon Alvin Benson is found shot in his luxurious New York townhouse, the crime scene offers more questions than answers. Was it a robbery gone wrong, a crime of passion, or a coldly calculated execution? Into this puzzle steps Philo Vance, the aristocratic amateur sleuth with a razor-sharp intellect, a disdain for convention, and a flair for unraveling the darkest motives. Set in 1920s Manhattan, The Benson Murder Case introduces readers to one of the most distinctive detectives of the Golden Age of Mystery Fiction. Alongside District Attorney Markham and Sergeant Heath, Vance dissects alibis, untangles lies, and exposes the sinister secrets of New York's glittering high society.

Packed with the elegance of a classic whodunit, the cerebral challenge of a locked-room mystery, and the atmosphere of vintage crime thrillers, this novel will delight fans of Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, and Ellery Queen. Both a pioneering American detective novel and the start of a landmark series, it's a must-read for collectors of Golden Age mysteries and lovers of intellectual crime fiction. Discover the novel that launched the unforgettable career of Philo Vance-the most cultured, infuriating, and brilliant detective of his era.



About the Author :
S. S. Van Dine was the pen name of Willard Huntington Wright (1888-1939), an American art critic, editor, and novelist whose influence on Golden Age detective fiction remains profound. Trained as a literary critic and steeped in art and philosophy, Wright turned to mystery writing during a period of convalescence-and reinvented himself as one of the most sophisticated voices in the genre.In 1926, he introduced the world to Philo Vance, the aristocratic amateur sleuth whose razor intellect, biting wit, and refined tastes set him apart from more conventional detectives. Beginning with The Benson Murder Case, Van Dine's novels quickly became international bestsellers, praised for their intricate plotting, psychological depth, and stylish prose.Beyond the page, Van Dine's influence extended to the silver screen. His Philo Vance mysteries inspired a series of popular Hollywood films in the 1930s, starring actors such as William Powell, Basil Rathbone, and Warren William. Today, his work endures as both an essential part of American crime fiction history and a window into the glittering yet shadowed world of 1920s New York high society.S. S. Van Dine remains celebrated as one of the leading architects of the classic detective novel, bridging the gap between puzzle-driven whodunits and the more character-driven mysteries that would follow.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781515467946
  • Publisher: Positronic Publishing
  • Publisher Imprint: Positronic Publishing
  • Height: 229 mm
  • No of Pages: 210
  • Returnable: N
  • Series Title: 1 Philo Vance Mystery
  • Weight: 503 gr
  • ISBN-10: 1515467945
  • Publisher Date: 15 Sep 2025
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 13 mm
  • Width: 152 mm


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