Verdict of Twelve (Classics of detection and adventure) - Hardcover

Raymond W. Postgate

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0340044160 ISBN 13: 9780340044162

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ltd, 1969

Synopsis

A woman is on trial for her life, accused of murder. The twelve members of the jury each carry their own secret burden of guilt and prejudice which could affect the outcome.

In this extraordinary crime novel, we follow the trial through the eyes of the jurors as they hear the evidence and try to reach a unanimous verdict. Will they find the defendant guilty, or not guilty? And will the jurors' decision be the correct one?

Since its first publication in 1940, Verdict of Twelve has been widely hailed as a classic of British crime writing. This edition offers a new generation of readers the chance to find out why so many leading commentators have admired the novel for so long.

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About the Author

RAYMOND POSTGATE (1896-1971) was a socialist journalist and historian, and founder of the Good Food Guide. He also wrote highly regarded detective novels of which Verdict of Twelve is the most famous.

Review

"It is a powerful book, very highly regarded by many critics - with considerable justification. Once again, mystery historian Martin Edwards provides a thoughtful introduction." (Classic Mysteries)

About this edition

• Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ltd
• Publication date: 1969
• ISBN 10: 0340044160
• ISBN 13: 9780340044162
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 199