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Bodies from the Library

2 books
Ongoing series

About this series

The Bodies from the Library series collects forgotten Golden Age mysteries by classic crime writers. Each volume unearths rare detective stories, offering a glimpse into the genre's rich history. Readers will enjoy rediscovering these vintage puzzles and their clever solutions.

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is the reading order for the Bodies from the Library series?

    The books in the Bodies from the Library series are anthologies of forgotten Golden Age detective stories. Each volume can be read independently, as they do not feature an overarching plot or recurring characters across the collections.

  • How does the Bodies from the Library series relate to other British Library Crime Classics?

    The Bodies from the Library series is a specific sub-series within the broader British Library Crime Classics collection. While all books in the imprint focus on reissuing classic crime, the Bodies from the Library volumes are specifically curated anthologies of short stories and novellas, often from multiple authors, rather than single-author novels.