Early American detective storiesLeRoy Panek

Early American detective stories

Name: Early American detective stories
ISBN: 9780786437115

LeRoy Panek · 2008

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"This anthology offers an exemplary sample of hundreds of detective stories published in nineteenth century newspapers and magazines. All but two are stories published before Sherlock Holmes appeared in America. The stories are categorized according to motifs. Revealing cultural intricacies that other kinds of fiction cannot, the literature presented here provides insights into history of the detective story"--Provided by publisher.

Book details

Year: 2008
Language: English
Publisher: McFarland & Co.
Editions: 1
Pages: 358
ISBN: 9780786437115

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