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Author Jackson, Christine A., 1951-

Title Myth and ritual in women's detective fiction / Christine A. Jackson.

Publication Info. Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland, [2002]
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 University of Saint Joseph: Pope Pius XII Library - Standard Shelving Location  813.0872 J12M    Check Shelf
Description vii, 177 pages ; 23 cm
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 163-167) and index.
Contents Anatomy of a mystery -- Magic and transformation in domestic mysteries -- A bodiless dream: forensic mysteries and myths of identity -- Religion in mysteries: of the essence -- Blood dues: rites of initiation in career thrillers -- Tracing the razor's edge -- V.I. and Kinsey: death and renewal -- Life restored.
Subject Detective and mystery stories, American -- History and criticism.
Detective and mystery stories, English -- History and criticism.
American fiction -- Women authors -- History and criticism.
English fiction -- Women authors -- History and criticism.
Women and literature -- English-speaking countries.
Rites and ceremonies in literature.
Women detectives in literature.
Fairy tales in literature.
Mythology in literature.
Folklore in literature.
Ritual in literature.
Myth in literature.
ISBN 0786413115 softcover alkaline paper
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