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-The second crime novel by Freeman Wills Crofts, 'the King of Detective Story Writers' and one of the 'Big Four' Golden Age crime authors. -This 2019 Spitfire Publishers edition includes all the original illustrations, which are critical to the plot. -'Supremely good' YORKSHIRE... Read Full Overview

From the Collins Crime Club archive, the forgotten second novel by Freeman Wills Crofts, once dubbed 'The King of Detective Story Writers'.

When the body of Sir William Ponson is found in the Cranshaw River near his home of Luce Manor, it is assumed to be an accident... Read Full Overview

In "The Ponson Case," Freeman Wills Crofts crafts a gripping detective narrative steeped in the conventions of the Golden Age of Crime Fiction. The novel intricately weaves a tale of mystery surrounding the disappearance of the wealthy businessman Hubert Ponson, skillfully employing... Read Full Overview

From the Collins Crime Club archive, the forgotten second novel by Freeman Wills Crofts, once dubbed 'The King of Detective Story Writers'.

When the body of Sir William Ponson is found in the Cranshaw River near his home of Luce Manor, it is assumed to be an accident... Read Full Overview

When the body of Sir William Ponson is found in the Cranshaw River near his home of Luce Manor, it is assumed to be an accident - until the evidence points to murder. Inspector Tanner of Scotland Yard discovers that those who would benefit most from Sir William's death seem... Read Full Overview

Delve into the intricate world of crime and suspense with Freeman Wills Crofts's classic, "The Ponson Case." This enduring work of detective fiction presents a compelling murder investigation, meticulously unfolding as a classic police procedural.

Delve into the intricate world of crime and suspense with Freeman Wills Crofts's classic, "The Ponson Case." This enduring work of detective fiction presents a compelling murder investigation, meticulously unfolding as a classic police procedural.