The detective story in Britain / by Julian Symons
1969, Revised Edition. Published for the British Council by Longmans, Green. Very good paperback copy; edges slightly dust-dulled and nicked. Remains well-preserved overall; tight, bright, and clean. Item #468831
Physical description; 48 p. : ill. ; 22 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references. Contents; The nature of the form -- The begetters -- Sherlock Holmes -- The great detective -- Fair play, and the revolt against it -- The weakening form -- Towards the crime novel. Subjects; 1900-1999. Detective and mystery stories History and criticism. English fiction History and criticism. Detective and mystery stories, English History and criticism. English literature History and criticism. English prose History and criticism.
Price: €12.95