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Frederick Dannay, Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine and the Art of the Detective Short Story
Frederick Dannay, Ellery Queen's Mystery Magazine and the Art of the Detective Short Story
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Frederic Dannay and Manfred Lee created the Ellery Queen detective novels and short stories. Dannay was also a literary historian and editor of the Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine. Queen, a pen name and fictional protagonist, was a significant force in the popularity of crime fiction in the early to mid-20th century. This book explores Ellery Queen's role in preserving the detective short story, covering authors such as Allingham, Ambler, Ellin, Innes, Vickers, and William Butler Yeats.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 162 pages
Publication date: 30 March 2019
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc
Frederic Dannay, a renowned writer and literary historian, collaborated with his partner Manfred Lee to create a series of detective novels and short stories that became famous under the pseudonym Ellery Queen. Dannay's expertise in literature and his role as the editor of the esteemed Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine further solidified his reputation in the literary world.
Ellery Queen, both a pen name and the fictional protagonist of the stories, played a significant role in sustaining the popularity of crime fiction in the early to mid-20th century. Following the passing of renowned authors like Arthur Conan Doyle, G.K. Chesterton, Melville Davisson Post, and others, Queen emerged as a prominent figure in the genre.
This book offers the first comprehensive examination of Ellery Queen's contribution to the preservation of the detective short story. It explores the authors, characters, and stories that were championed by EQMM, a magazine that Dannay edited. Notable authors featured in this book include Allingham, Ambler, Ellin, Innes, Vickers, and even William Butler Yeats.
Through meticulous research and analysis, this book sheds light on the enduring influence of Ellery Queen and his partnership with Lee on the detective fiction genre. It provides a deeper understanding of the cultural significance of these stories and their role in shaping the literary landscape of the 20th century. Whether you are a fan of detective fiction or a scholar interested in the history of literature, this book is a valuable resource for exploring the legacy of Ellery Queen and his contribution to the world of mystery writing.
Weight: 282g
Dimension: 151 x 224 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781476676524
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