A Difficult Problem
A Difficult Problem by Anna Katharine Green is a short story that delves into themes of crime and mystery. Published by Read Books in February 2013, this edition features 34 pages and is presented in English. Originally released in 1900, this work showcases Green’s contributions to the detective fiction genre, highlighting her role in shaping its classic form.
In this story, readers will encounter a narrative that intertwines elements of psychological intrigue and amateur sleuthing. Green’s writing reflects her innovative approach to mysteries, offering insights into the complexities of crime. This edition invites readers to explore the intricacies of the plot while appreciating the historical context of early detective fiction.
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This early work by Anna Katharine Green was originally published in 1900 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introduction. ‘A Difficult Problem’ is one of Green’s short stories of crime and mystery. Anna Katharine Green was born in Brooklyn, New York, USA in 1846. She aspired to be a writer from a young age, and corresponded with Ralph Waldo Emerson during her late teens. When her poetry failed to gain recognition, Green produced her first and best-known novel, The Leavenworth Case (1878). Praised by Wilkie Collins, the novel was year’s bestseller, establishing Green’s reputation. Green wrote at a time when fiction, and especially crime fiction, was dominated by men. However, she is now credited with shaping detective fiction into its classic form, and developing the trope of the recurring detective.
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