Out of the Woodpile: Black Characters in Crime and Detective Fiction

Out of the Woodpile: Black Characters in Crime and Detective Fiction (Contributions to the Study of Popular Culture)

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Out of the Woodpile: Black Characters in Crime and Detective Fiction

Out of the Woodpile: Black Characters in Crime and Detective Fiction (Contributions to the Study of Popular Culture)

Written by Frankie Y. Bailey
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This first sociohistorical study of the evolution of black detectives and other African American characters in crime and detective fiction identifies stereotypical images of blacks and probes the implied values and collective fantasies found in this genre. Bailey argues that a "mythology of race" consisting of themes of sex and savagery exists in the U.S. and is perpetuated in popular culture. Additionally, fourteen crime and detective fiction writers present their views on creating black characters and a directory includes a sampling of cases featuring black characters, a list of black detectives, relevant works of fiction, film, television, and more.

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Language Eng
Published January 1, 1991
ISBN 1740189
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Frankie Y. Bailey is the author of several novels. Originally from the East Coast, they now live in the Midwest with family. In addition to writing, Frankie Y. Bailey enjoys gardening, cooking, and reading way past bedtime. Their work often explores the complexities of everyday life and human relationships.

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