Thrillers
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Jerry Palmer's "Thrillers: Genesis and Structure of a Popular Genre" explores the origins, literary characteristics, and sociohistorical roots of the thriller genre, revealing factors behind its development and popularity.
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Focus: The book delves into the thriller genre, examining its roots, defining features, and the reasons for its widespread appeal.
Content: Palmer investigates the genre's evolution, analyzing how it has adapted and changed over time.
Topics Covered: The book explores detective and mystery stories, spy stories, popular literature, suspense fiction, and espionage in literature.
Author: The book is authored by Jerry Palmer.
Publication: The book was published in 1979 by St. Martin's Press.
Availability: You can find the book on platforms like Amazon and through libraries like the Internet Archive.
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