CLASSIC DETECTIVE STORIES

This selection of detective stories is a must-hear for mystery fans. Within the three-hour production, listeners will find a good range; there are stories from classic authors like Edgar Allan Poe ("The Purloined Letter"), as well as more contemporary pieces like Colin Dexter's "The Burglar." Stage and screen actor Edward Hardwicke (best known as Dr. Watson on PBS's "Mystery!") is a perfect match for these timeless tales. His energy and wit are apparent in all the pieces. Hardwicke's able performance makes Classic Detective Stories a great catch for mystery fans and newcomers alike. R.A.P. ©AudioFile, Portland, Maine [Published: AUG/SEP 98]