Episode 243: “Murder Must Advertise” by Dorothy Sayers, Ch. 6-11
The Literary Life Podcast
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Critique and Controversy Surrounding Dorothy Sayers
This chapter explores the literary legacy of Dorothy Sayers, particularly focusing on the criticisms of her work by influential critics like Queenie Leavis and Edmund Wilson. The discussion highlights the tensions between popular genres and highbrow literary criticism, while examining how personal biases may shape perceptions of literary merit. Through anecdotes and analysis, the chapter critiques the dismissive attitudes towards detective novels and reflects on the cultural dynamics within literary circles of the early 20th century.
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