Murder In Haiti
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, chipped and worn at corners and spine edges with some minor damage. Page Condition: Likely yellowed with age. Markings: -. Binding: Appears intact.
A classic mid-century mystery novel, Murder in Haiti transports readers to the sun-drenched yet shadowy landscapes of the Caribbean island nation. John W. Vandercook, celebrated travel writer and journalist turned crime novelist, chronicles the adventures of Marc Dorian, his suave and resourceful amateur detective who navigates the exotic intrigue of Haiti's volatile political and cultural underworld. Steeped in authentic local atmosphere drawn from Vandercook's own extensive travels, the narrative presents a compelling murder investigation set against a vivid backdrop of voodoo, political corruption, and colonial tension. The prose balances suspense with travelogue richness, delivering a story that is as atmospheric as it is thrilling. Part of a beloved series featuring Marc Dorian, this installment cements Vandercook's reputation as a master of the exotic mystery genre.
Author: John W. Vandercook
Format: Hardback
Published: 1956, Eyre & Spottiswoode, London
Genre: Crime fiction
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, chipped and worn at corners and spine edges with some minor damage. Page Condition: Likely yellowed with age. Markings: -. Binding: Appears intact.
A classic mid-century mystery novel, Murder in Haiti transports readers to the sun-drenched yet shadowy landscapes of the Caribbean island nation. John W. Vandercook, celebrated travel writer and journalist turned crime novelist, chronicles the adventures of Marc Dorian, his suave and resourceful amateur detective who navigates the exotic intrigue of Haiti's volatile political and cultural underworld. Steeped in authentic local atmosphere drawn from Vandercook's own extensive travels, the narrative presents a compelling murder investigation set against a vivid backdrop of voodoo, political corruption, and colonial tension. The prose balances suspense with travelogue richness, delivering a story that is as atmospheric as it is thrilling. Part of a beloved series featuring Marc Dorian, this installment cements Vandercook's reputation as a master of the exotic mystery genre.