“Today the crime novelist has one advantage denied to writers of 'straight' or 'literary' novels. Unlike them he can range over all levels of society, for crime can easily breach the barriers that exist in our stratified society. Because of these barriers the modern literary novel, unlike its 19th-century predecessors, is often confined to the horizontal, dealing only with one class. But crime runs through society from top to bottom, and so the crime novelist can present a fuller picture of the way we live now.”
Quote by Allan Massie
Work
Life & Letters: The Spectator Columns
This book compiles a selection of columns that delve into various topics, showcasing the author's insights and perspectives on contemporary issues. more
Author
Allan Massie
Allan Massie is a Scottish journalist known for his in-depth analysis of history and literary criticism. Born in October 1938, he has had a career spanning various fields, including newspaper, magazine, and book writing. more
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