detective and mystery stories, english

Describes the life of Agatha Christie, as well as the lives of some of her famous fictional characters, with authoritive information on each of her works and its contemporary critical reception.

A companion to the works of Agatha Christie containing 2,000 character entries and a complete list of all her works.

Contains eleven essays in which various authors present critical evaluations of the life and works of mystery writer Agatha Christie.

A collection of eight mysteries featuring detective Sherlock Holmes and his assistant Dr. Watson.

Provides information on thirteen modern mystery writers, featuring detailed biographies, and critical extracts: Margery Allingham, Nicholas Blake, Fredric Brown, John Dickson Carr, Edmund Crispin, Erle Stanley Gardner, Chester Himes, Michael Innes, Ngaio Marsh, Margaret Millar, Ellery Queen, Rex Stout, Josephine Tey.

Provides detailed biographies, extracts, and bibliographies of 13 classic crime and suspense writers.