Philosophies Of Crime Fiction

Author: Josef Hoffmann

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ISBN : 9781843441397
Publisher : Oldcastle Books Ltd
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Publication date : 01 May 2013
Dimensions : 234mm X 156mm
Produced in : United Kingdom
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Dewey classification : 809.3872
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A considered analysis of the philosophical ideas to be found in crime literature, both hidden and explicit. Josef Hoffmann ranges expertly across influences and inspirations in crime writing with a stellar cast including Conan Doyle, G K Chesterton, Dashiell Hammett, Albert Camus, Borges, Agatha Christie and Raymond Chandler. Hoffmann examines why crime literature may provide stronger consolation for readers than philosophy. In so doing, he demonstrates the truth of Wittgenstein's claim that more wisdom is contained in the best crime fiction than in philosophy.

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Josef Hoffmann is a law professor and author. A lifelong devotee of crime fiction, he has written numerous articles for magazines and blogs on the subject.

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