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The Further Rivals of Sherlock Holmes continues Hugh Greene’s trio of crime short‑story anthologies, all rooted in early twentieth‑century England. Readers follow a band of inquisitive detectives as they trail elusive criminals beneath the rolling hedges, through grand country houses, snug inns, and the remote dark corners of English counties.
Each story showcases the wit and perseverance of investigators traveling on foot, by bicycle, or with the aid of the British railway system, underscoring the diverse settings that make this anthology a distinct exploration of English detective fiction.
First publish date: 1973
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Hugh Greene
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