...And Always A Detective: Chapters On The History Of Detective Fiction
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A scholarly work of literary criticism and genre history, ...And Always a Detective: Chapters on the History of Detective Fiction by R. F. Stewart presents a rigorous and authoritative examination of the detective fiction genre from its earliest origins through its classic golden age. Stewart traces the evolution of the detective figure across landmark works and authors, arguing that the genre's enduring appeal lies in its unique blend of rational inquiry, moral order, and narrative suspense. Written in an academic yet accessible tone, the text details the cultural and literary forces that shaped the genre's conventions, from the foundational tales of Edgar Allan Poe to the sophisticated puzzles of the twentieth century's most celebrated mystery writers. Stewart illustrates how detective fiction both reflects and interrogates the social anxieties of its era, making this a vital reference for scholars, students, and devoted fans of the genre alike.
...And Always A Detective: Chapters On The History Of Detective Fiction
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Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A scholarly work of literary criticism and genre history, ...And Always a Detective: Chapters on the History of Detective Fiction by R. F. Stewart presents a rigorous and authoritative examination of the detective fiction genre from its earliest origins through its classic golden age. Stewart traces the evolution of the detective figure across landmark works and authors, arguing that the genre's enduring appeal lies in its unique blend of rational inquiry, moral order, and narrative suspense. Written in an academic yet accessible tone, the text details the cultural and literary forces that shaped the genre's conventions, from the foundational tales of Edgar Allan Poe to the sophisticated puzzles of the twentieth century's most celebrated mystery writers. Stewart illustrates how detective fiction both reflects and interrogates the social anxieties of its era, making this a vital reference for scholars, students, and devoted fans of the genre alike.
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A scholarly work of literary criticism and genre history, ...And Always a Detective: Chapters on the History of Detective Fiction by R. F. Stewart presents a rigorous and authoritative examination of the detective fiction genre from its earliest origins through its classic golden age. Stewart traces the evolution of the detective figure across landmark works and authors, arguing that the genre's enduring appeal lies in its unique blend of rational inquiry, moral order, and narrative suspense. Written in an academic yet accessible tone, the text details the cultural and literary forces that shaped the genre's conventions, from the foundational tales of Edgar Allan Poe to the sophisticated puzzles of the twentieth century's most celebrated mystery writers. Stewart illustrates how detective fiction both reflects and interrogates the social anxieties of its era, making this a vital reference for scholars, students, and devoted fans of the genre alike.
