Superintendent Wilson's Holiday

By M Cole and G D H Cole

"Superintendent Wilson's Holiday" is a classic detective novel from the Golden Age of British mystery fiction, written by the celebrated husband-and-wife duo G.D.H. Cole and Margaret Cole. This engaging work follows the astute Superintendent Wilson of Scotland Yard as he attempts to enjoy a peaceful vacation away from the rigors of London police work. However, his professional skills are soon called upon when he finds himself in the midst of a perplexing criminal case that demands his methodical attention.

As a prominent entry in the Superintendent Wilson series, the story showcases the authors' talent for intricate plotting and social commentary. The narrative reflects the intellectual rigor and structural precision that the Coles brought to the genre, blending the traditional 'whodunit' format with the developing conventions of the police procedural. Set against the atmospheric backdrop of the 1920s, the book provides a fascinating look at early 20th-century investigative techniques and social dynamics.

Readers of classic crime literature will appreciate "Superintendent Wilson's Holiday" for its clever puzzles and the steady, logical character of Wilson himself. It remains a significant example of the collaborative literary output of two of the era's most influential thinkers and mystery writers, offering both historical value and timeless entertainment for fans of the genre.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 102602031X
• ISBN13: 9781026020319
• Release Date: February 2026
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 1.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"