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Open Book - Kevin Barry

Books and Authors

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Exploring Morality and Mystery in Western and Detective Fiction

This chapter explores the enduring influence of Western literature on modern narratives, focusing on themes like morality and power. It highlights Sherlock Holmes as a reflection of Victorian anxieties and includes a reading from one of his stories, alongside discussions of emotional depth in crime fiction.

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