Books like The adventures of Paul Pry by Erle Stanley Gardner
This recent collection gathers a series of short detective stories originally published by Erle Stanley Gardner in pulp magazines during the early 1930s. The volume centers on the quirky investigator Paul Pry, whose trademark curiosity and unconventional methods lead him to collaborate with the flamboyant Mugs Magoo. Together they confront and undermine the grand figures of the criminal underworld, showcasing Gardner’s blend of humor, suspense, and sharp social commentary.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: Erle Stanley Gardner
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