ISBN: 9780698111806 - gun in cheek : a study of ""alternative"" crime fiction / by bill pronzini (41 resultados)

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Hardback. Condición: Good. This is fabulously funny stuff. -- John D. MacDonaldBill Pronzini surveys the worst crime fiction -- not just the average inferior product, but the junk classics, works that achieve a heroic degree of badness. No brief summary can do justice to Mr. Pronzini's researches. -- The New York TimesWelcome to the very best of the very worst in 20th-century mystery writing. Author Bill Pronzini takes a good-natured look at the genre's alternative classics in a retrospective of unintentionally hilarious crime fiction. Populated by the usual private eyes, arch-villains, amateur sleuths, and femmes fatales, these tales offer uniquely amusing reading that's as memorable in its own way as the works of the great mystery writers.In addition to their pure entertainment value, these excerpts and witty appraisals of the worst in mystery fiction provide a historical perspective on the development and mores of modern-day crime stories. Featured writers include not only many unsung heroes of pulp fiction but also authors who were popular in their day. Pronzini presents background on the field's subgenres and publishers as well as incisive commentary on the social attitudes reflected by the stories. Advanced and dedicated devotees will appreciate the comprehensive bibliography, which will steer them toward -- or away from -- these neglected gems. …

Condición: Good. 1st. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condición: Good. 1st. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condición: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very good. First edition. Discussion of the really bad English and American crime novels of 20th century. Introduction by Ed McBain. Index, bibliography. Dust jacket has a 1/2' tear on rear panel.

Hardcover. Condición: Collectible - Acceptable. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. Inscribed to previous owner and signed by the author in pen on title page. Dust jacket is protected by mylar. Signed By Author.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. 1st Edition. Coward McCann and Geoghegan hardcover in dust jacket, 1982, 1st edition/1st printing, jacket price $15.95, clean/tight, No marks/stains/foxing or signs of use, jacket verso has clear tape along top and bottom edges, neatly applied (no tears); Fine/Very Good. We will add a custom fitted mylar cover, bubble-wrap the book and ship it in a New BOX NOT a plastic bag like the zombie sellers. NOT a remainder marked copy or ex-library junk. …

hardcover. First Edition. Fine, bright copy in Dust Jacket. The first of the author's humorous studies of "alternative crime fiction masterpieces." Introduction by Ed McBain.

Hardcover. Condición: Collectible-Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good. First Edition. SIGNED hardcover with dust jacket, published by Coward, McCann & Geoghegan, 1982, very good condition. DJ has a couple short bend-creases at top of spine but is otherwise in handsome shape, now preserved in mylar cover. Book's binding is tight and pages/textblock are unmarked, except for traces of a penciled price. Will pack carefully. Signed By Author.…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: very good. Introduction by Ed McBain. Inscribed to Angelo Panagos, who is credited in the acknowledgments. Dust jacket unclipped. 8vo, 264pgs.

Hard Cover. Condición: Near Fine. Near Fine. First Edition. Pronzini's first examination of bad mystery writing. Spine ends gently bumped with corresponding crimps to the Brodart covered jacket. Inscribed on the title page "For Marvin Lachman - Hope you enjoy these 'alternative classics' as much as I do. Best regards, Bill Pronzini. 10/9/82.". Inscribed By the Author.…

Hardcover. Condición: Near Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. NF/NF. First edition, first printing. 264 pp.

Condición: Very Good. Signed Copy First edition copy. . Very Good dust jacket. Signed by author on front endpage and inscribed on half title page. In protective mylar cover.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: fine. First Edition. Octavo, 264 pages, brown boards Introduction by Ed McBain; blurb by John D. MacDonald: " Bill Pronzini must have a masochistic streak to plow his way through these hideous stories, looking for nuggets. When I saw what he was up to, I quick-flipped to the index to make very sure I was not represented. This is fabulously funny stuff ." Boldly signed by Pronzini on the free endpaper. With a Bibliography. Pronzini's crash course in the REALLY bad English and American crime novels of this century. The best of the worst.…

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good+. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good+. 1ST. A First Edition, First Printing. Book Is In Very Good Plus Condition. Boards Have A Tiny Bit Of Shelf Wear. Not Bumped. Fore Edges Have A Tiny Bit Of Reading Wear. Interior Is Clean And Legible. Not Remaindered. Dust Jacket Is In Very Good Plus Condition. Tiniest Bit Of Wear Along The Edges. Not Price Clipped. Dust Jacket Is Covered By Mylar Brodart. Thanks And Enjoy. Book.…

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: fine. 1st. Bound in the publisher's original brown cloth, spine stamped in gilt. Signed presentation by the author on the ffep. Signed.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Excellent. First Edition. signed not inscribed decoratively. Signed by Author(s).

Hardcover. First Edition; First Printing. Book condition is Very Good+; with a Very Good+ dust jacket. Text is clean and unmarked. ; Signed and inscribed by the author, Bill Pronzini, filling FEP. ; 8.50 X 5.70 X 1.10 inches; 264 pages; Signed by Author.

Hardcover. Condición: Very Good+. Near Fine. 1st Edition; 1st Printing. Siged edition. THis copy has been signed by the author on the title page. This book is in Very Good+ condition and has a Near Fine dust jacket. The book and its contents are in mostly clean, bright condition. There is some beginning bumping and rubbing to the spine ends of the book covers. The textpages are clean and bright. This copy has been signed by the author on the title page. The dust jacket is mostly clean and bright. "He published his first novel, The Stalker, in 1971. However, his best known works are the Nameless Detective series, which he began in 1971. As of 2017, there are 46 books in the series, including a number of short stories. While the stories involve the usual range of crimes typical to mysteries, they depict relatively little violence." (from Wikipedia) ; Signed by Author.…

Hard Cover. Condición: Near Fine. Near Fine. Book and dust jacket solid near fine condition. Dust jacket in Brodart.No additional printing listed, therefore probable first.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. First Edition/First Printing. A square solid tight clean unread virtually new copy. The priced jacket has some light soil else fine. THIS COPY IS IN MY POSSESSION AND WILL NORMALLY SHIP NEXT DAY. Foreword by Ed McBain. Signed by Author(s). Book.…

Brown Boards. Condición: Very Good+. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Very Good+. First Edition / First Printing. Minor edge and corner wear to the dj, lightly scuffed and scratched, gently shelf worn, overall a very crisp and clean signed first edition! Inscribed and dated by the author on the ffep! Dj is nicely preserved in a brand new protective mylar plastic cover! 264 very clean, unmarked and uncreased suspense-filled pages! "Gun in Cheek is a virtual trove of gems, a delightful exploration of what the author refers to as 'alternative crime fiction.' Less kindly put, it is Bill Pronzini's unique crash course in the really bad English and American crime novels of the century." Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.…

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Near Fine. First Edition. Hardcover in dust jacket. 8vo. First edition. SIGNED and warmly inscribed by the author to a fan at Boucheron '85. Book is crisp and clean. Dust jacket is unclipped, with very light rubbing to rear panel and a small nick at edge of spine. Pronzini dedicates the book to "all those who love a mystery. " 264 pp. Including index. In protective Mylar. …

Hard Cover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. 1st Edition. 1st edition with complete number line beginning with 1. Fine in fine dust jacket, not price clipped, in protective mylar cover. Introduction by Ed McBain. An affectionate guide of the 'worst' in mystery fiction. . Great fun. Book. …

Condición: NEAR FINE. First printing. "An affectionate guide to more of the worst in mystery fiction." SIGNED on the title page. Bibliography, index. 229 pp. Very near fine in a like dustjacket (remainder mark).

8vo, 264pp. A very good hardback copy in like dust jacket.

Hardcover. Condición: Fine. Estado de la sobrecubierta: Fine. First Edition. SIGNED by the author on the first page. An immaculate book and jacket. Fred Marcelino (ilustrador).