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In Hide My Eyes, Campion finds himself hunting down a serial killer. A spate of murders leaves him and his friend and colleague Inspector Luke, with only the baffling clues of a left-hand glove and a lizard-skin lettercase. However a chain of strange events leads them to an odd museum of curiosities hidden in a quiet London neighbourhood where there is more going on than meets the eye.

Fact catches up with fiction when the secret of telepathic communication is discovered. But the device at the centre of the mystery is in the possession of two schoolboys and whether they stole it or invented it, there are powerful interests who will kill to get hold of it. Albert Campion faces as deadly a challenge as any in his career.As urbane as Lord Wimsey.as ingenious as Poirot. Meet one of crime fiction's Great Detectives, Mr Albert Campion.

Timothy Kinnit needs Albert Campion's help. He is rich, handsome and successful but his past is a mystery to him and he needs Campion to find out how it connects him to the notorious Turk Street Mile slum. In addition, his own illustrious adopted family has a sinister secret of his own - involving a murderous nineteenth-century governess - that must also be brought to life by Campion's investigations. An Albert Campion mystery.

In a masterpiece of storytelling, Margery Allingham sends her elegant and engaging detective Albert Campion into the eccentric Palinode household, where there have been two suspicious deaths. And if poisoning were not enough, there are also anonymous letters, sudden violence and a vanishing coffin. Meanwhile the Palinodes go about their nocturnal business and Campion dices with danger in his efforts to find the truth.

"Albert dear, we are going to have a quiet family party at home here for the holiday, just ourselves and the dear village. It would be such fun to have you with us." Faced with an invitation he can't refuse, Albert Campion is spending Christmas with the Turretts at Pharaoh's Court, along with the Welkins and Mike Peters, a young man trying to shake off his father's reputation. But when Santa Claus is implicated in a burglary, Campion's skills are put to use.

A sparkling romance by the author of the Albert Campion detective series with a similar wit, mystery, and romance. Similar to Georgette Heyer's early romance, The Black Moth.

एक गुन्हा पचला, त्यामुळे जोर आला. पुन्हा तसलाच दुसरा गुन्हा करताना भीती वाटली नाही. पण हे किती काळ चालेल? कितीही काळजी घेतली तरी, गुन्हेगार काही पुरावे मागे ठेवून जातोच आणि अपराध्याला सुटका नाही, याच गोष्टींमुळे जग सुरळीतपणे चालू आहे. ऐकुया अशीच एक लोकविलक्षण कथा.

Black’erchief Dick is a swashbuckling 17th-century adventure filled with pirates, romance, and intrigue. Margery Allingham’s first novel, written at age 18, transports readers to a world of daring escapades, hidden treasures, and high-seas danger.

Step into the shadowy world of crime and deduction with The Detective Club, a spectacular collection of 77 classic mysteries featuring some of the greatest detectives in literary history. From the meticulous mind of Hercule Poirot to the sharp intuition of Miss Marple, the legendary brilliance of Sherlock Holmes, the unwavering determination of Inspector Alan Grant, and the resourceful wit of Albert Campion—this anthology brings together the finest sleuths to ever grace the page.

In Safe as Houses, Margery Allingham delivers a gripping short mystery featuring her beloved detective, Albert Campion. When a seemingly straightforward real estate transaction takes a sinister turn, Campion finds himself drawn into a web of deception, greed, and unexpected danger. A wealthy family's estate is at the center of a curious dispute, but what appears to be a routine legal matter soon escalates into a case of fraud, betrayal, and even murder. With his trademark wit, intelligence, and charm, Campion must unravel the hidden motives of those involved before more lives are at stake.

In A Matter of Form, Albert Campion once again finds himself entangled in a case where appearances can be deceiving. What starts as a routine inquiry soon leads to a tangled web of deception, forgery, and hidden identities. When a seemingly respectable individual is accused of fraud, Campion must navigate the murky waters of high society, uncovering secrets that some would rather keep buried. With his characteristic wit and razor-sharp intellect, Campion follows the subtle clues that others overlook, revealing a conspiracy that threatens to destroy reputations—and lives.

In The Name on the Wrapper, Margery Allingham delivers another brilliant short mystery featuring the enigmatic detective Albert Campion. When a seemingly insignificant piece of packaging is discovered at the scene of a crime, it becomes the key to unraveling a much deeper and more sinister mystery. Campion, with his usual blend of charm, intelligence, and keen observational skills, is drawn into a case that involves deception, hidden identities, and a trail of unexpected clues. As he pieces together the significance of the mysterious wrapper, he uncovers a secret that could change everything.

When a priceless artifact known as The White Elephant mysteriously vanishes, Albert Campion is called upon to unravel the peculiar case. What seems like a straightforward theft soon reveals layers of deception, hidden motives, and unexpected dangers. As Campion navigates the twists and turns of high society and the criminal underworld, he must determine who stands to gain from the disappearance—and whether the legendary artifact holds secrets beyond its material worth.

Step into the world of Albert Campion, the brilliant and unassuming sleuth whose adventures are filled with intrigue, wit, and unexpected twists. The Best Stories of Margery Allingham brings together some of her finest short mysteries, showcasing the timeless charm and cleverness of one of the Golden Age's most beloved detectives. This collection features thrilling tales such as Safe as Houses, The Meaning of the Act, The Definite Article, The Hat Trick, and many more.

In The Definite Article, Margery Allingham once again delivers a gripping and intelligent mystery featuring the unassuming yet brilliant detective Albert Campion. When a seemingly insignificant object—a rare and valuable artifact—disappears under mysterious circumstances, Campion is drawn into a case that proves far more complex than it first appears. As he delves into the mystery, Campion encounters a web of deception, greed, and hidden agendas. Each clue leads him closer to the truth, but the deeper he investigates, the more dangerous the situation becomes.

In The Meaning of the Act, Margery Allingham crafts a clever and suspenseful short mystery featuring the ever-charming and sharp-witted detective Albert Campion. What starts as an ordinary social engagement soon turns into a puzzling case of crime, deception, and hidden motives. When a seemingly harmless act during a gathering takes on a sinister significance, Campion is called upon to decipher the true meaning behind it. As he digs deeper, he uncovers secrets that threaten to expose long-buried truths.

In The Hat Trick, Margery Allingham crafts a clever and suspenseful short story featuring her beloved detective, Albert Campion. When a harmless parlor trick at a high-society gathering turns into a baffling mystery, Campion finds himself unraveling a case of deception, hidden identities, and unexpected danger. What begins as an evening of lighthearted entertainment quickly takes a sinister turn when an item of great value vanishes without a trace.