Included in this anthology are his most famous works, such as The Crime at Diana’s Pool and Shot on the Downs, where Whitechurch’s meticulous plotting and atmospheric settings shine. The collection also features his novel The Canon in Residence, a tale where the serene world of a country parish is shattered by murder, and The Templeton Case, a gripping investigation led by an amateur detective. In Murder At The College, Whitechurch delves into an academic mystery that exposes the darkness lurking behind scholarly walls.

Rich in suspense, these stories capture the essence of classic British crime fiction, combining traditional whodunits with intricate character studies. Perfect for fans of early detective tales and lovers of cleverly crafted mysteries, this illustrated collection offers a comprehensive look at Whitechurch’s engaging and sophisticated storytelling.

Contents:

The Crime at Diana’s Pool

Shot on the Downs

The Canon in Residence

The Templeton Case

Murder At The College

Downland Echoes

Murder at the Pageant

Thrilling Stories Of The Railway

• Peter Crane’s Cigars

• The Tragedy On The London And Mid-Northern

• The Affair Of The Corridor Express

• Sir Gilbert Murrell’s Picture

• How The Bank Was Saved

• The Affair Of The German Dispatch-Box

• How The Bishop Kept His Appointment

• The Adventure Of The Pilot Engine

• The Stolen Necklace

• The Mystery Of The Boat Express

• How The Express Was Saved

• A Case Of Signaling

• Winning The Race

• The Strikers

• The Ruse That Succeeded

Other Railway Stories

• A Perilous Ride

• The Slip Coach Mystery

• In The Rockhurst Tunnel

• The Convict’s Revenge

• A Warning In Red

• A Jump For Freedom

• Special Working Instructions

• Pierre Cournet’s Last Run

• Between Two Fires

• The triumph of seth p. Tucker

• A Policy Of Silence

• In A Tight Fix

• The Romance Of The “Southern Queen”