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Crime and Mystery

Crime and Mystery

H. R. F. Keating

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Hachette Book Group
Año de edición:
1996
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Estudios literarios: ficción, novelistas y prosistas
ISBN:
9780786703661
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H.R.F Keating, author of The Perfect Murder and mystery reviewer for teh Times of London, offers a concise commentary on the finest mystery books ever written. From Poe’s tales of mystery and imagination to P.D. James’s A Taste for Death, Keating delivers a highly-readable evaluation of the 100 authors and their masterpieces. This collection is a must for all devoted mystery readers. 'Something to offer almost everyone. If you are only just embarking on a life of crime fiction...a reliable guide.' -The New York Times 'Remarkably balanced and highly entertaining.' -Library Journal 'Keating, himself a mystery writer of note, has compiled a truly standout survey...This is a gold mine of lively writing, sensible insights and easy-going erudition.' -The Philadelphia Inquirer 'Ideal browsing fare.' -Booklist

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