The Technique of the Mystery Story

Hardcover. In 1913 well-known mystery writer Carolyn Wells wrote the "bible" for budding mystery writers, and now you can enjoy the benefit of her wisdom. She wrote about the strategies of plotting, characterization, atmosphere, etc. rather than marketing, so much of the information here is as relevant today as it was back in 1913. But what is really charming about the book is the way it will take you back to the days when Sherlock Holmes was a contemporary detective, and S.S. Van Dine's footnotes were still appreciated.