Critical Investigations: Convention and Ideology in Detective Fiction

The detective fiction formula lends itself admirably to a critique of complacent conservatism. Traditional explanations for the detective novel's appeal are examined.

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Published in:Texas studies in literature and language 1989-12, Vol.31 (4), p.570-591
Main Author: Stowe, William W.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Communities
Conservatism
Criminals
Criticism and interpretation
Detective and mystery stories
Detective fiction
Entertainment
Fiction
Horse racing
Ideology
Kidnapping
Literary criticism
Mysteries
Mystery fiction
Police
Portrayals
Psychological aspects
Social perception
Vigilantism
Writers
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Summary:The detective fiction formula lends itself admirably to a critique of complacent conservatism. Traditional explanations for the detective novel's appeal are examined.
ISSN:0040-4691
1534-7303