Game Without Trumps. The Second Hand. The Road of Sorrow

Dick Francis (1920–2010) — one of the most renowned English authors writing in the detective genre. Throughout his life, he created over 30 bestsellers that gained international recognition. His novels primarily focus on the world of horse racing — Francis... knew it firsthand, as he was born into a family of a jockey and himself was a famous jockey. This world is full of excitement, with fierce passions surrounding magnificent horses and large bets in the bookmakers, providing ample opportunities for con artists. All of this served as material for captivating novels that became bestsellers in many countries around the world. The collection includes the novels “Game Without Trumps” (1965), “The Second Hand” (1979), “The Road of Sorrow” (1995). This cycle of works is dedicated to Sid Halley — a jockey who, having lost a hand and the ability to continue his career, became a very successful private detective.

Author: ФРЭНСИС Д.

Printhouse: Azbuka

Series: Foreign Literature. Detective Classics

Age restrictions: 16

Year of publication: 2022

ISBN: 9785389209619

Number of pages: 768

Size: 140х210 mm

Cover type: Твердый переплет

Weight: 855 g

ID: 1272873

Dick Francis (1920–2010) — one of the most renowned English authors writing in the detective genre. Throughout his life, he created over 30 bestsellers that gained international recognition. His novels primarily focus on the world of horse racing — Francis knew it firsthand, as he was born into a family of a jockey and himself was a famous jockey. This world is full of excitement, with fierce passions surrounding magnificent horses and large bets in the bookmakers, providing ample opportunities for con artists. All of this served as material for captivating novels that became bestsellers in many countries around the world. The collection includes the novels “Game Without Trumps” (1965), “The Second Hand” (1979), “The Road of Sorrow” (1995). This cycle of works is dedicated to Sid Halley — a jockey who, having lost a hand and the ability to continue his career, became a very successful private detective.

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