Mystery
Lock and Key Library : the Most Interesting Stories of All Nations
2018·218 pages
An anthology of classic mystery and detective stories from nations around the world.
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An anthology of classic mystery and detective stories from nations around the world.
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The Lock and Key Library: The most interesting stories of all nations: American Bierce, Ambrose Detective stories existed for centuries before the concept of the detective himself--amateur or professional--was fully formulated, and tales of mystery and intrigue have been thrilling readers since ancient times. The Lock & Key Library is the classic overview of the history of the genre, at once a rousing read for fans of the unsolved and unknown as well as an essential literary resource for anyone ...
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Romance & sex
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Minor romantic subplots appear in a few stories
Violence & gore
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Murders and crimes central to multiple detective plots
Profanity
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Mild period-appropriate language used sparingly
Substance use
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Occasional social drinking referenced in background
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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No LGBTQ+ representation present
Religious content
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Minor religious references appear in passing
Magic & witchcraft
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Supernatural hints in isolated stories
Occult / demonology
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Eerie or mysterious events in select tales
Political content
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No political messaging present
Self-harm / suicide
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Suicide mentioned briefly in one or two stories
Abuse & suffering
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Murder and criminal cruelty recur as plot drivers
Other
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