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Book SynopsisOnce supressed by the Soviet regime, the "Detektiv", Russia's version of the murder mystery has become one of the most popular genres of writing in Russian culture. This study of the genre shows that Russians understand law-breaking and crime, policemen and criminals very differently from the West.
Trade ReviewAlthough his goal is to introduce the Western reader to Russian pulp fiction, Olcott accomplishes much more in this extraordinarily informative volume. . . . Throughout, the author explores concepts (the eternal themes of the 'Russian soul,' the 'Russian idea,' Russia’s attitudes toward the West) that transcend reading tastes. . . . This fascinating book has something for all readers. * CHOICE *
An admirable piece of detective work, solving mysteries that most readers of light fiction fail to notice, but whose answers are far weightier than the material that led to them. * Slavic Review *
Russian Pulp is an entertaining and... thought-provoking study that should appeal to literary scholars, sociologists and anyone interested in contemporary Russia. * Slavic and East European Journal *
A delightful read on a winning topic and an illuminating glimpse of Russian everyday culture, taste, and values..... -- Richard Stites, Georgetown University
A delightful read on a winning topic and an illuminating glimpse of Russian everyday culture, taste, and values. -- Richard Stites, Georgetown University
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Defining the Genre Chapter 3 The Peculiarities of Russian Crime Chapter 4 Good Guys and Bad Guys Chapter 5 Punishment and Rehabilitation Chapter 6 Confirmation From Afar
