The Story of Classic Crime in 100 Books Martin Edwards
The Story of Classic Crime in 100 Books (Hardback)Martin Edwards
“Story of Classic Crime in 100 Books” by Martin Edwards is a fascinating exploration into the world of classic detective stories. The book serves as a guide to the best of the genre, showcasing a selection of the most entertaining and insightful stories written over the last two centuries. From Agatha Christie to Ian Rankin, Martin Edwards highlights the significance and impact of these stories on modern-day crime fiction. The book is a must-read for fans of detective stories and anyone interested in the evolution of crime writing and the influence it has had on popular culture. With its extensive coverage of the genre and its insights into the cultural and social context of these classic stories, this book is an essential addition to any reader’s library.
- Hardback
- 288, 40 colour illustrations Pages / Published 28 Jun 2017
- In stock
£25.00
Description
The main aim of detective stories is to entertain, but the best cast a light on human behaviour, and display both literary ambition and accomplishment. Even unpretentious detective stories, written for unashamedly commercial reasons, can give us clues to the past, and give us insight into a long-vanished world that, for all its imperfections, continues to fascinate. This book, written by award-winning crime writer and president of the Detection Club, Martin Edwards, serves as a companion to the British Library’s internationally acclaimed series of Crime Classics.
Long-forgotten stories republished in the series have won a devoted new readership, with several titles entering the bestseller charts and sales outstripping those of highly acclaimed contemporary thrillers.
Additional information
| Weight | 600 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 236 × 29 mm |
| ISBN-13 | 9780712356961 |
| Publisher | British Library Publishing |
| Imprint | The British Library Publishing Division |
| Date of Publication | 28 Jun 2017 |
| By (author) | Martin Edwards |
| Pages | 288, 40 colour illustrations |
| Format | Hardback |
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