The Crime Conductor

USA: The Crime Club Garden City: Doubleday, Doran & Company Inc, 1931. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. Near Fine/Very Good+. The Crime Conductor by Philip MacDonald First Edition Doubleday, Doran & Company Inc Garden City 1931. New York. Subscriber's Edition. No name inscriptions. Covers are near fine and completely unmarked. In original VG+ dust jacket which still retains its original publisher's promotional wrap-around band. The Crime Conductor is a mystery novel written by Philip MacDonald and published in 1931. The book follows the investigation of a series of elaborate crimes committed by a criminal mastermind known as "The Crime Conductor." The story is set in London, and the protagonist is Inspector Richard Sand, a detective with Scotland Yard. Sand is tasked with catching The Crime Conductor, who has eluded capture and caused a great deal of havoc in the city. The novel presents a complex and intricate plot, as The Crime Conductor executes his schemes with precision and cunning, always managing to stay one step ahead of the authorities. As Sand investigates the crimes, he begins to unravel the mystery behind The Crime Conductor's motivations and methods. The novel is notable for its clever plot twists and turns, as well as its vivid portrayal of London in the early 20th century. The Crime Conductor is a classic of the mystery genre, showcasing MacDonald's talent for creating compelling and intricate narratives. The novel has been praised for its suspenseful plot, engaging characters, and vivid setting, and is widely regarded as a must-read for fans of crime fiction.