The Female of the Species

The Female of the Species: The Great Women Detectives and Criminals is a book written by Ellery Queen. It is a compilation of stories that feature some of the most notable female detectives and criminals in literature. The book is divided into two parts, the first part featuring the female detectives and the second part featuring the female criminals.In the first part, the book explores the works of authors such as Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, and Ngaio Marsh, among others. These authors created some of the most iconic female detectives in literature, including Miss Marple, Harriet Vane, and Roderick Alleyn's wife, Troy. The book delves into the unique qualities and characteristics of each of these detectives, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses.In the second part, the book explores the darker side of female characters in literature. It features works by authors such as Patricia Highsmith, Ruth Rendell, and P.D. James, among others. These authors created some of the most complex and fascinating female criminals in literature, including Tom Ripley, Barbara Vine, and Cordelia Gray. The book explores the motivations and psychology behind these characters, delving into the reasons why they chose a life of crime.Overall, The Female of the Species: The Great Women Detectives and Criminals is a fascinating exploration of some of the most iconic and memorable female characters in literature. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the genre of detective and crime fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.