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The collection presents four complete Philo Vance novels: *The Benson Murder Case*, *The ‘Canary’ Murder Case*, *The Bishop Murder Case*, and *The Scarab Murder Case*. Each tale centers on the charismatic, erudite detective Philo Vance as he solves perplexing murders through keen observation, logical reasoning, and insight into human nature.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Mystery & Detective/Private Investigator
Authors: S. S. Van Dine
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