Scott, Sir Harold

Scotland Yard [England]

New York: Random House, 1955. Hardcover with Dust Jacket.

Half red cloth to patterned paper; The bindings are tight and square. Text clean, light even age-toning. Moderate shelf handling wear. The Dust Jacket is  price-clipped and is in a new clear protective Mylar sleeve, the spine is faded. 9.25 inches tall; 256 pages with an index; illustrated with sets of b/w photographs.

Sir Harold Scott, the former Commissioner of Police and head of Scotland Yard, was an early advocate for effective public relations. Recognizing its significance, he established a dedicated department for this purpose. Though retired now, his enduring concern for Scotland Yard and its public perception remains evident.

Highlights the Yard’s importance, this book of compelling storytelling is written for police enthusiasts. It explores a variety of cases, from famous to lesser-known, solved by different departments within Scotland Yard. While the Criminal Investigation Department (C.I.D.) gets a lot of attention, much like in detective novels and movies, the book also sheds light on other essential branches such as the Flying Squad, central records division, laboratories, and uniformed police.

The narrative captures the vibrant history and current operations of Scotland Yard, ensuring the reader enjoys both education and entertainment.

Item #18735

Price: $12.95