Trouble in Bugland: A Collection of Inspector Mantis Mysteries

Kotzwinkle, William/ Servello, Joe (Illustrator)

ISBN 10: 1567920705 / ISBN 13: 9781567920703

Published by David R Godine Pub, 2003

5th edition. 190 pages. 8.25x6.25x0.50 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # 1567920705

Synopsis:

A collection of five detective stories for young readers, inspired by Sherlock Holmes but with an all-insect cast of characters. Going forth from his little flat at 221B Flea Street, Inspector Mantis, accompanied by his trusted colleague Doctor Hopper, solve “The Case of the Missing Butterfly,” “The Case of the Caterpillar’s Head,” and three other antennae-bending mysteries puzzling the populace of Bugland. Criminal detection, combined with delightful insect characters, makes this, in the words of The Horn Book, “the most engaging and cleverest reincarnation of Sherlock Holmes and Doctor Watson yet.” Joe Servello’s color and pen-and-ink drawings bring exquisite period detail to these tales: steam engines, deerstalkers, fog, and mandibles have never been more lovingly crosshatched. This is a treat for any kid who loves a funny mystery.

About the Authors:

William Kotzwinkle is a novelist, a writer for children, and screenwriter.

Joe Servello is best known as an illustrator of children’s books, most notably for the work of William Kotzwinkle.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Trouble in Bugland: A Collection of ...
Publisher: David R Godine Pub
Publication Date: 2003
Binding: Paperback
Illustrator: Servello, Joe
Condition: Brand New
Edition: 5th or later Edition