The Encyclopedia of Murder and Mystery
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The Encyclopedia of Murder and Mystery by B Murphy
Bruce Murphy's Encyclopedia of Murder and Mystery is a comprehensive guide to the genre of the murder mystery that catalogues thousands of items in a broad range of categories: authors, titles, plots, characters, weapons, methods of killing, movie and theatrical adaptations. What distinguishes this encyclopedia from the others in the field is its critical stance.'..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
BRUCE MURPHY is a writer and poet who updated and revised the Benet's Reader's Encyclopedia for its fourth edition. He received an NYPL award for Best of Reference Books, 1999.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780312294144 |
| ISBN 10 | 031229414X |
| Title | The Encyclopedia of Murder and Mystery |
| Author | B Murphy |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Palgrave USA |
| Year published | 2002-02-01 |
| Number of pages | 543 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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