| The Heirs of Anthony Boucher: A History of Mystery Fandom Contributor(s): Lachman, Marvin (Author) |
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ISBN: 1492699314 ISBN-13: 9781492699316 Publisher: Poisoned Pen Press OUR PRICE: $16.19 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 2019 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Literary Criticism | Mystery & Detective Fiction - History | United States - 20th Century - Biography & Autobiography | Personal Memoirs |
| Dewey: 809.387 |
| LCCN: 2019023783 |
| Physical Information: 0.8" H x 5.5" W x 8.4" (0.95 lbs) 416 pages |
| Themes: - Chronological Period - 20th Century |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The ultimate collection for mystery fans Following in the footsteps of those devoted to science fiction and works about Sherlock Holmes, general mystery fandom emerged in 1967 and has since thrived and become an international phenomenon. With its irresistible combination of puzzle-solving and the examination of the dark underbelly of humanity, crime fiction continues to fascinate and delight millions of readers. Ranging the gamut from cozy mysteries to fast-paced thrillers, crime fiction contains a nearly endless range of books... and, of course, a similarly diverse group of readers who devour them. Out of this rabid readership, countless websites, nearly one hundred fan magazines, and dozens of conferences celebrating mysteries have arisen to bring authors, readers, and fans together. This revised and updated edition of The Heirs of Anthony Boucher is an illuminating look at the history of mystery fandom and its effect on readers across the globe. Complete with anecdotes, personal reminiscences, facts, and pictures, it tells the story of the mystery community's publications and conventions, the fans who produce them, and the future of mystery fandom in years to come. |