Encyclopedia of Weird Detectives: Supernatural and Paranormal Elements in Novels, Pulps, Comics, Film, Television, Games and Other Media

by Paul Green

Overview

The detective genre has explored supernatural and paranormal themes throughout its colorful history. Stories of detectives investigating spiritualists, ghostly apparitions, the occult and psychics have spanned pulp fiction magazines, comic books, novels, film, television, animation and video games.

This encyclopedia covers the history of the genre in its multiple forms and informs and adds to the knowledge of either the new or informed reader. Its A-Z format provides ready reference by title. Detective fans browsing for new discoveries will enjoy the entertaining style.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781476638379
Publisher:	McFarland & Company, Incorporated Publishers
Publication date:	09/13/2019
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	207
Sales rank:	1,060,864
File size:	10 MB
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

The late Paul Green worked as an artist in the UK for Marvel, DC and World Distributors, among others, on titles such as Doctor Who, Rambo, Action Man, Wonder Woman and Star Trek. The author of many books about television and film history, he lived in Rustburg, Virginia.
The late Paul Green worked as an artist in the UK for Marvel, DC and World Distributors, among others, on titles such as Doctor Who, Rambo, Action Man, Wonder Woman and Star Trek. The author of many books about television and film history, he lived in Rustburg, Virginia.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Foreword by Frank Price
Preface
Introduction
The Encyclopedia
Appendix: Listing by Medium
Bibliography
Index

Editorial Reviews

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