Richard Deming Bücher
Richard Deming war ein produktiver Kriminalschriftsteller, dessen Werk von Pulp-Magazinen der späten 1940er Jahre bis zu den frühen 1980er Jahren reichte. Er ist vor allem als bedeutender Beitragender für Manhunt und Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine bekannt. Sein Schreiben zeichnete sich durch solide und zuverlässige Handwerkskunst aus und bot den Lesern spannende Kriminalfiktion. Später in seiner Karriere verfasste er auch populäre Sachbuchbände.
Let's Not Call It Consequence
- 80 Seiten
- 3 Lesestunden
The collection delves into the complexities of lyric thinking, blending abstraction with vivid imagery. It examines themes of anger, violence, and intimacy, while reflecting on the nuances of language. Through these poems, Deming contemplates the human experience of emotional pain, emphasizing the intricate relationship between content and form. The work invites readers to engage deeply with the multifaceted nature of human emotions and the poetics that arise from closeness and distance.
Touch of Evil
- 104 Seiten
- 4 Lesestunden
Orson Welles' classic 1958 noir movie Touch of Evil, the story of a corrupt police chief in a small town on the Mexican-American border, starring Charlton Heston, Janet Leigh and Marlene Dietrich, is widely recognised as one of the greatest noir films of Classical Hollywood cinema. Richard Deming's study of the film considers it as an outstanding example of the noir genre and explores its complex relationship to its source novel, Badge of Evil by Whit Masterson. He traces the film's production history, and provides an insightful close analysis of its key scenes, including its famous opening sequence, a single take in which the camera follows a booby-trapped car on its journey through city streets and across the border.
Exploring the intersection of criminal law and societal dynamics, this book delves into how legal systems operate within the context of crime. Richard Deming, known for his crime writing, brings a unique perspective to the legal field, examining the implications of law on individuals and communities. This first installment in the series promises to provide insightful analysis and real-world examples, making complex legal concepts accessible and engaging for readers interested in the workings of criminal justice.
