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The Case of the Gilded Fly by Edmund Crispin

The Case of the Gilded Fly by Edmund Crispin

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The Case of the Gilded Fly is a classic detective novel written by Edmund Crispin and first published in 1944. The story introduces the eccentric Oxford professor and amateur detective Gervase Fen. The plot begins when a group of theatre enthusiasts gathers at Oxford to stage a play written by the troubled poet Robert Warner. During rehearsals, the playwright’s unpleasant wife, Yseut Haskell, is mysteriously murdered in a locked room, creating a puzzling situation where no one seems able to have committed the crime. Professor Fen investigates the case using sharp logic, literary knowledge, and a sense of humor to untangle the clues and reveal the murderer. The novel is known for its clever plot, witty dialogue, and classic “locked-room mystery” structure, making it a notable example of Golden Age detective fiction.

About the author-

 The author Edmund Crispin, was the pen name of English writer and composer Robert Bruce Montgomery (1921–1978). Educated at St John's College, Oxford, he combined his love for literature, music, and humor in his detective novels. Crispin wrote several mysteries featuring Gervase Fen, blending intellectual puzzles with comedic elements and literary references. Besides writing novels, Montgomery also composed music for films and stage productions. His works are admired for their inventive plots, lively characters, and playful style, which helped keep the spirit of traditional British detective fiction alive in the mid-20th century.

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