The Encyclopedia of Murder and Mystery - Hardcover

Murphy, Bruce F.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0312215541 ISBN 13: 9780312215545

Publisher: St Martin's Press, 2003

Synopsis

An indispensable reference for lovers of the mystery genre looks at mystery writers, famous and lesser known, in an A-to-Z format, and offers a cross-referenced catalog of titles, characters, movie adaptations, and much more.

About this title

Review:

'...a jewel of a reference...' - Brazosport TX Facts

'Bruce Murphy's sharp commentary makes the encyclopedia a wonderful resource: a reference book that does not shy away from opinionated evaluations.' - Publishers Weekly

'... a one-man tour of the genre's past and present by a knowledgeable and opinionated critic.' - Wall Street Journal

'...an excellent guide that any mystery devotee will want within arm's reach.' - Minneapolis Star-Tribune

'Engaging and opinionated.' - Library Journal

Synopsis:

A reference for lovers of the mystery genre looks at mystery writers, famous and lesser known, in an A-to-Z format, and offers a cross-referenced catalog of titles, characters, and movie adaptations.

About this edition

• Publisher: St Martin's Press
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0312215541
• ISBN 13: 9780312215545
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 559