Michael Gilber t is a recognized elder of the British detective writing world, whose work is practically unknown to Russian readers. This edition aims to fill one of the “white spots” on the colorful map of 20th-century English detective fiction.
Gilbert’s literary activity received the highest acclaim: Grand Master of the American Association of Detective Writers; the Golden Dagger and the Cartier Diamond Dagger of the British Association; the Anthony Award for achievements in the genre. In 1980, Gilbert was granted nobility and awarded the Order of the British Empire.