Gardening can be murder : how poisonous poppies, sinister shovels, and grim gardens have inspired mystery writers / Perpetrated by Marta McDowell ; Illustrations by Yolanda V. Fundora.
"Plants, borders, and various horticultural paraphernalia make surprisingly frequent appearances in mystery plots. In this wide-ranging survey of classic and contemporary murder fiction, Marta looks at the detectives, motives, methods, opportunities, and writers that have used the garden as their point of departure. The result is a diverting and eye-opening study that deepens our appreciation of the great crime fiction writers while illuminating the close link between murder mysteries and the world of gardening"-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781643261126
- ISBN: 1643261126
- Physical Description: 214 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
- Publisher: Portland, Oregon : Timber Press, 2023.
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Includes index. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Gardening in literature. Detective and mystery stories > History and criticism. |
Available copies
- 5 of 7 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at McDowell County Public Library.
Holds
- 1 current hold with 7 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marion Library | 809.3872 MCD (Text) | 37810435807085 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
