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Encyclopedia of Weird Detectives: Supernatural and Paranormal Elements in Novels, Pulps, Comics, Film, Television, Games, and Other Media
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From séances to psychics, ghost hunters to occult investigators, the detective genre has long crossed paths with the supernatural. These stories have appeared everywhere—pulp magazines, novels, comics, film, TV, and even video games—blurring the line between crime-solving and the unexplained.
This A–Z encyclopedia traces that history, offering quick reference entries by title alongside engaging commentary. Whether you’re a seasoned reader or new to the strange world of supernatural sleuths, this volume is both a guidebook and a trove of discoveries.