The Problem of the Superfluous Finger

Professor Van Dusen, also known as the Great Thinking Machine, unravels puzzles that would stump a lesser man. The “Problem of Cell 13” is rather famous as an ingenious locked room mystery. The Professor is challenged by two colleagues to escape from a real prison cell within a week. The other eleven......more

Are you a fan of the infallible detective? Do you like the problems that are as impossible to the ordinary mind as they are improbable? I enjoyed the variety in this collection. Some were set in the heart of the city, in remote country houses, on the ocean, in college laboratories, and in jails. T......more

This book covers many trivial stories that all revolve around one character, Professor Van Dusen who is a detective and somewhat philosopher. It was intriguing for me to read because the reader can also take part in unraveling the mysteries. At the end, the solution is uncovered and gives the reader......more

An excellent introduction to an author I didn't know. These stories aged well and are well written and well devised. This is an interesting and engaging read especially if like a sedate pace and a good puzzle. I will surely look for other books by this writer. Recommended! Many thanks to Dover Publicatio......more