The Progress of a Crime

Name: The Progress of a Crime
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SKU: 9780712353724
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A Fireworks Night Mystery

By Julian Symons

Series: British Library Crime Classics

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The Progress of a Crime by Julian Symons is a compelling crime and thriller novel about a murder that unfolds on Guy Fawkes Night. A young reporter becomes entangled as he investigates the case, raising questions about justice and the nature of truth. The story delves into the complexities of legal proceedings and human motivation, providing a gripping exploration of crime and accountability.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by classic crime mysteries that delve deeply into the psychology behind a crime. Its exploration of the justice system and how seemingly irrefutable evidence can be questioned might appeal to those who appreciate suspenseful and thought-provoking narratives. The book's rich character development and unexpected twists make it a compelling read for any crime and thriller enthusiast.

The Progress of a Crime

Julian Symons' phenomenal 1960 novel is a searing drama of wrongful accusation, twisty police procedural and account of grim murder all rolled together. This edition also includes the resonant short story 'The Tigers of Subtopia'.

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The murder, a brutal stabbing, definitely took place on Guy Fawkes' night. It was definitely by the bonfire on the village green. There were definitely a number of witnesses. And yet, was it definitely clear to anybody exactly what they had seen? In the writhing, violent shadows, it seems as if the truth may have gone up in smoke.

The Progress of a Crime, Julian Symons' phenomenal 1960 novel, is a searing drama of wrongful accusation, twisty police procedural, and account of grim murder all rolled together. This edition also includes the resonant short story 'The Tigers of Subtopia'.

Series: British Library Crime Classics

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780712353724

Publisher: British Library Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 September 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: British Library Publishing

Contributors:

Introduction by Martin Edwards

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 190.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 224

Collections

Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Julian Symons Series: British Library Crime Classics

About the Author

Julian Symons (19121994) was a writer of British crime fiction from the 1950s until his death, publishing more than thirty novels. He served as President of the prestigious Detection Club, won two Edgar Awards from the Mystery Writers of America, and is well known as the author of Bloody Murder, a classic history of crime fiction.