The American Rivals of Sherlock Holmes

The book is a paperback edition with noticeable wear on the cover, including a prominent crease and tear. No dust jacket is present. The binding remains intact, and the pages are in good condition, free from inscriptions or library markings.

"The American Rivals of Sherlock Holmes," edited and introduced by Hugh Greene, is a 1978 publication from Penguin Books, based in Middlesex, England. This paperback edition compiles a selection of detective stories that showcase American counterparts to the iconic Sherlock Holmes. Edited by Hugh Greene, a notable figure in detective fiction anthologies, this collection offers insight into the American detective genre of the early 20th century. While not a first edition, this 1978 printing remains a valuable piece for collectors interested in detective fiction. The book's condition shows visible wear on the cover, including a crease and tear, but retains its integrity for reading and collection purposes.