Books by Hans Bertens

Hans Berten's The Idea of the Postmodern is the first introductory historical overview of postmodernism to succeed in providing a witty and useful guide for today's student. An enjoyable and indispensable text.

This highly accessible, lively and informative study gives a clear and comprehensive overview of recent trends in American crime fiction. Particular attention is given to writers who have reworked established conventions and explored new directions, especially women and those from ethnic minorities.