The Classic Collection of Margery Allingham. (10 Books). Illustrated: Look to the Lady, Police at the Funeral, Death of a Ghost, Flowers for the Judge, The Case of the Late Pig and others

by Margery Allingham

"The Classic Collection of Margery Illustrated" brings together a captivating selection of works by the esteemed British crime writer Margery Allingham. This anthology features illustrated editions of some of Allingham's most beloved novels, including "Look to the Lady," "Police at the Funeral," "Death of a Ghost," "Flowers for the Judge," "The Case of the Late Pig," and others.
In "Look to the Lady," readers are introduced to the charismatic detective Albert Campion as he unravels a complex mystery involving a secret society, ancient artifacts, and a family fortune.
"Police at the Funeral" delves into the investigation of a suspicious death within the eccentric Palinode family, testing Campion's deductive skills and nerve in the face of danger.
"Death of a Ghost" follows Campion as he delves into the world of art forgery and deception, uncovering a web of intrigue and deceit with deadly consequences.
"Flowers for the Judge" explores the dark underbelly of London's legal world as Campion investigates a series of murders connected to a prestigious publishing house.
"The Case of the Late Pig" presents Campion with a puzzling case involving a missing pig and a tangled web of family secrets and betrayal.
Each novel in this collection showcases Allingham's mastery of the detective genre, combining intricate plots, vivid characters, and atmospheric settings to create immersive and gripping mysteries. Enhanced with illustrations, this edition brings Allingham's richly imagined world to life, providing readers with an immersive and visually captivating reading experience.
"The Classic Collection of Margery Allingham" is a must-have for fans of classic crime fiction, offering a timeless exploration of mystery and intrigue from one of the genre's most talented authors.

The Crime at Black Dudley (1929)
Mystery Mile (1930)
Look to the Lady (1931)
Police at the Funeral (1931)
Death of a Ghost (1934)
Flowers for the Judge (1936)
The Case of the Late Pig (1937)
Dancers in Mourning (1937)
The Fashion in Shrouds (1938)
Traitor’s Purse (1941)

2622 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 14, 2024

About the author

Aka Maxwell March.

Margery Louise Allingham was born in Ealing, London in 1904 to a family of writers. Her father, Herbert John Allingham, was editor of The Christian Globe and The New London Journal, while her mother wrote stories for women's magazines as Emmie Allingham. Margery's aunt, Maud Hughes, also ran a magazine. Margery earned her first fee at the age of eight, for a story printed in her aunt's magazine.

Soon after Margery's birth, the family left London for Essex. She returned to London in 1920 to attend the Regent Street Polytechnic (now the University of Westminster), and met her future husband, Philip Youngman Carter. They married in 1928. He was her collaborator and designed the cover jackets for many of her books.

Margery's breakthrough came 1929 with the publication of her second novel, The Crime at Black Dudley . The novel introduced Albert Campion, although only as a minor character. After pressure from her American publishers, Margery brought Campion back for Mystery Mile and continued to use Campion as a character throughout her career.

After a battle with breast cancer, Margery died in 1966. Her husband finished her last novel, A Cargo of Eagles at her request, and published it in 1968.

Also wrote as: Maxwell March