Crows Can't Count

The book is in fair condition, with visible wear on the spine and cover, consistent with a mass-market paperback from 1946. The pages show age-related tanning but remain intact and legible. There is no dust jacket, and the binding is holding, though slightly fragile. ###

"Crows Can't Count" by A. A. Fair, the pseudonym of renowned author Erle Stanley Gardner, is a thrilling addition to the Donald Lam and Bertha Cool mystery series. Published by Dell Publishing Company, Inc. in 1946, this mass-market paperback edition features a striking cover painting by Art Sussman. Known for his engaging storytelling, Gardner delivers a captivating detective narrative that has intrigued readers for decades. This specific edition, noted as a previous Dell edition No. 472, highlights the classic pulp fiction era with its distinctive cover art and format. While the copyright page states 1946, the design and production by Western Printing & Lithographing Company add a layer of historical significance to this collectible item. The book's condition is reflective of its age, with signs of wear typical for a paperback from this period. A must-have for collectors of vintage mystery novels, this edition offers a glimpse into mid-20th-century crime fiction. ###