The Detective Novel: Origins and Evolution
Keywords:
Crime literature, detective novel, 19th century, transformations and changes.Abstract
This research paper aims to explore the detective novel's origins and development through the ages, examining how it has interacted with social and cultural transformations up to the modern era. The detective novel is one of the most exciting and captivating literary genres for readers. It combines suspense with crime investigation to uncover mysteries and solve puzzles by following and interpreting clues. Since its emergence in the 19th century, it has undergone numerous evolutions reflecting literary and societal thought changes.
