Crime Fiction from a Professional Eye
Crime Fiction from a Professional Eye

Author: Lili Pâquet

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2018-08-22

Total Pages: 214

ISBN-13: 1476634033

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There is a new category of authors blurring the line between fiction and nonfiction: women who work or have worked in criminal justice--lawyers, police officers and forensic investigators--who publish crime fiction with characters that resemble real-life counterparts. Drawing on their professional experience, these writers present compelling portrayals of inequality and dysfunction in criminal justice systems from a feminist viewpoint. This book presents the first examination of the true-crime-infused fiction of authors like Dorothy Uhnak, Kathy Reichs and Linda Fairstein.

Australian Crime Fiction
Australian Crime Fiction

Author: Stephen Knight

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2018-07-10

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 1476632669

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Australian crime fiction has grown from the country's origins as an 18th-century English prison colony. Early stories focused on escaped convicts becoming heroic bush rangers, or how the system mistreated those who were wrongfully convicted. Later came thrillers about wealthy free settlers and lawless gold-seekers, and urban crime fiction, including Fergus Hume's 1887 international best-seller The Mystery of a Hansom Cab, set in Melbourne. The 1980s saw a surge of private-eye thrillers, popular in a society skeptical of police. Twenty-first century authors have focused on policemen--and increasingly policewomen--and finally indigenous crime narratives. The author explores in detail this rich but little known national subgenre.

Crime Fiction
Crime Fiction

Author: John Scaggs

Publisher: Psychology Press

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 188

ISBN-13: 9780415318242

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Provides a lively introduction to what is both a wide-ranging and hugely popular literary genre. Accessible and clear, this comprehensive overview is the essential guide for all those studying crime fiction.

The Transformative Power of Literature and Narrative: Promoting Positive Change
The Transformative Power of Literature and Narrative: Promoting Positive Change

Author: Corinna Assmann

Publisher: Narr Francke Attempto Verlag

Published: 2023-01-16

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 3823395734

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Narrative plays a central role for individual and collective lives - this insight has arguably only grown at a time of multiple social and cultural challenges in the 21st century. The present volume aims to actualize and further substantiate the case for literature and narrative, taking inspiration from Vera Nünning's eminent scholarship over the past decades. Engaging with her formative interdisciplinary work, the volume seeks to explore potentials of change through the transformative power of literature and narrative - to be harnessed by individuals and groups as agents of positive change in today's world. The book is located at the intersection of cognitive and cultural narratology and is concerned with the way literature affects individuals, how it works at an intersubjective level, enabling communication and community, and how it furthers social and cultural change.

Clues: A Journal of Detection, Vol. 37, No. 2 (Fall 2019)
Clues: A Journal of Detection, Vol. 37, No. 2 (Fall 2019)

Author: Elizabeth Foxwell

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2020-04-06

Total Pages: 307

ISBN-13: 1476637539

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For over two decades, Clues has included the best scholarship on mystery and detective fiction. With a combination of academic essays and nonfiction book reviews, it covers all aspects of mystery and detective fiction material in print, television and movies. As the only American scholarly journal on mystery fiction, Clues is essential reading for literature and film students and researchers; popular culture aficionados; librarians; and mystery authors, fans and critics around the globe.

Deviance in Contemporary Crime Fiction
Deviance in Contemporary Crime Fiction

Author: C. Gregoriou

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2007-01-30

Total Pages: 190

ISBN-13: 0230207219

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This book explores the three aspects of deviance that contemporary crime fiction manipulates: linguistic, social, and generic. Gregoriou conducts case studies into crime series by James Patterson, Michael Connelly and Patricia Cornwell, and investigates the way in which these novelists correspondingly challenge those aforementioned conventions.

The Crime Fiction Handbook
The Crime Fiction Handbook

Author: Peter Messent

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2012-08-30

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1118326547

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The Crime Fiction Handbook presents a comprehensive introduction to the origins, development, and cultural significance of the crime fiction genre, focusing mainly on American British, and Scandinavian texts. Provides an accessible and well-written introduction to the genre of crime fiction Moves with ease between a general overview of the genre and useful theoretical approaches Includes a close analysis of the key texts in the crime fiction tradition Identifies what makes crime fiction of such cultural importance and illuminates the social and political anxieties at its heart. Shows the similarities and differences between British, American, and Scandinavian crime fiction traditions

FRED M. WHITE Premium Collection: 60+ Murder Mysteries & Crime Novels; Including 200+ Short Stories (Illustrated)
FRED M. WHITE Premium Collection: 60+ Murder Mysteries & Crime Novels; Including 200+ Short Stories (Illustrated)

Author: Fred M. White

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2024-01-14

Total Pages: 10920

ISBN-13:

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Fred M. White's 'FRED M. WHITE Premium Collection' is a comprehensive anthology of over 60 murder mysteries and crime novels, accompanied by more than 200 illustrated short stories. White's literary style is characterized by intricate plots, engaging characters, and gripping suspense, making his works a must-read for fans of classic detective fiction. Set in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, White's stories provide a window into the social and cultural context of the time, offering a rich tapestry of historical detail alongside the thrilling narratives. The collection showcases White's versatility as a writer, with each piece showcasing his ability to craft compelling mysteries that keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. Fred M. White, a prolific writer of the Victorian and Edwardian eras, drew inspiration from his keen interest in crime and detective stories to create his vast body of work. His deep understanding of human nature and his talent for building suspense have solidified his place as a master of the mystery genre. The 'FRED M. WHITE Premium Collection' stands as a testament to his enduring legacy in the world of detective fiction, offering readers a diverse array of thrilling tales that continue to captivate audiences today. I recommend 'FRED M. WHITE Premium Collection' to anyone who enjoys classic murder mysteries and crime novels. With its extensive selection of stories and novels, this anthology provides a comprehensive overview of White's work, making it an essential addition to any mystery lover's library.

James Sallis
James Sallis

Author: Nathan Ashman

Publisher: McFarland

Published: 2024-01-23

Total Pages: 312

ISBN-13: 1476651612

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Once described as "the best crime writer you've never heard of," James Sallis is a largely underexplored figure in contemporary American literature. Best known for his thriller novel Drive--later adapted into the acclaimed 2011 movie of the same name starring Ryan Gosling and Carey Mulligan--Sallis has written across a range of genres and forms, including short fiction, poetry, musicology, science fiction, biography, nonfiction essays, literary reviews, and criticism. This companion, the first comprehensive examination of Sallis' writings, locates him as a vital voice within mystery fiction. In addition to an alphabetized analysis of his works, it includes a biography, career chronology, and an interview with the author. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of Sallis' extraordinary life and career, as well as insight into the recurrent themes and motifs of his rich and varied writings. This book is both an introduction to Sallis' work for new readers and a thorough reference guide for established fans and scholars.

African American Literature
African American Literature

Author: Alma Dawson Ph.D.

Publisher: Libraries Unlimited

Published: 2004-12-30

Total Pages: 504

ISBN-13:

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Will guide readers to works central to the compelling African American experience that match specific reading interests. A brief history of the evolution of African American literature, collection development guidelines, and readers' advisory tips complete this resource.