Lock and Key Library : the Most Interesting Stories of All Nations
No CoverAn 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.
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 ...
will contain mild spoilers
Minor romantic subplots appear in a few stories
Murders and crimes central to multiple detective plots
Mild period-appropriate language used sparingly
Occasional social drinking referenced in background
No LGBTQ+ representation present
Minor religious references appear in passing
Supernatural hints in isolated stories
Eerie or mysterious events in select tales
No political messaging present
Suicide mentioned briefly in one or two stories
Murder and criminal cruelty recur as plot drivers
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