Synopses & Reviews
Bruce F. Murphy's The Encyclopedia of Murder and Mystery is a comprehensive guide to the genre of the murder mystery that catalogues thousands of items in a broad range of categories: authors, titles, plots, characters, weapons, methods of killing, movie and theatrical adaptations. What distinguishes this encyclopedia from the others in the field is its critical stance.
Review
"Engaging and opinionated"--Library Journal
“Bruce Murphy's sharp commentary makes [the encyclopedia] a wonderful resource: a reference book that does not shy away from opinionated evaluations.” —Publishers Weekly
“A one-man tour of the genre's past and present by a knowledgeable and opinionated critic.” —Wall Street Journal
“An excellent guide that any mystery devotee will want within arm's reach.” —Minneapolis Star-Tribune
“Murphy has produced a readable, informative, and critical encyclopedia about the mystery genre.” —Choice
“. . . entertaining and informative. . .” —Booklist
About the Author
Bruce F. Murphy is a writer and poet who updated and revised the
Benet's Reader's Encyclopediafor its Fourth Edition.