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The Oxford Companion To Crime And Mystery Writing
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From The Penny Dreadful, Which Challenges Seekers Of Sensation To Discover The Truth In A Pattern Of Gory Details; To The Twentiethcentury Detective Novel, Which Offers An Intricate Puzzle Solved Through The Application Of The Intellect; To The Crime Novel, Which Probes The Psyches Of The Characters, The Crime And Mystery Genre Offers Readers An Intellectual Excitement Unsurpassed By Other Forms Of Fiction. Now The Oxford Companion To Crime And Mystery Writing Provides Scholars And Fans Of This Genre With An Authoritative Yet Playful Compendium Of Knowledge About A Literature Known For Its Highly Entertaining Treatment Of Deadly Serious Puzzles.Editor Rosemary Herbert Has Brought Together 666 Articleswritten By Such Authorities As Edward D. Hoch, Sara Paretsky, And The Late Julian Symonsthat Will Accompany Readers In Their Armchair Investigations. Here Can Be Found Informative Biographies Of Great Mystery Writers From Edgar Allan Poe To Rex Stout To Ruth Rendell. Here, Too, Favorite Sleuthsincluding Sherlock Holmes, Hercule Poirot, Sam Spade, Nero Wolfe, Adam Dalgliesh, And Kinsey Milhonekeep Company With Master Criminals Such As Professor Moriarty And Fu Manchu. Character Typesfrom The Country Constable To The Omniscient Sleuth To The Femme Fatalesleuth, Think, Or Slink Within These Pages.In The Great Tradition Of Oxford Companions, This Volume Features Extended Essays On The Development Of This Literature, Its Subgenres And Schools Of Writing. It Also Serves As A Catalogue Of The Components Of Mystery Writing, Such As Famous Clues, Authorial Ingenuity, And Even An Entry On The Butler Did It. A Strength Of The Volume Is Found In Linked Articles Which Can Guide Readers From, For Instance, A Careful Definition Of Murder To A Delightfully Quirky Compendium Of Fictional Victims In An Article On The Corpse.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Oxford Companion to Crime and Mystery Writing'? A: 'The Oxford Companion to Crime and Mystery Writing' provides a comprehensive overview of the crime and mystery genre, featuring 666 articles written by various authorities in the field. It covers the history, development, and key elements of crime literature, including biographies of notable authors and discussions on famous characters.
- Q: Who is the editor of this book? A: The book is edited by Rosemary Herbert, who has curated contributions from esteemed writers and scholars in the mystery genre.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: 'The Oxford Companion to Crime and Mystery Writing' has a total of 560 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of the genre.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a quality feel.
- Q: When was 'The Oxford Companion to Crime and Mystery Writing' published? A: The book was published on December 16, 1999.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition of this book is the First Edition.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, the book is an authoritative resource that provides informative content, making it suitable for scholars and fans of crime and mystery writing.
- Q: What can readers expect to find in the book regarding famous characters? A: Readers will find biographies and discussions of iconic sleuths and criminals, including characters like Sherlock Holmes, Hercule Poirot, and Professor Moriarty.
- Q: Does the book include linked articles for further exploration? A: Yes, the volume features linked articles that guide readers through related topics, enhancing their understanding of the genre.
- Q: What genres and themes are covered in the book? A: The book covers a variety of subgenres and themes within crime and mystery writing, including famous clues, character archetypes, and the evolution of the genre.