EN
Detective

Reunion of Graduates

eng. Gaudy Night · 1935
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Interesting Facts

  • The book is part of the Lord Peter Wimsey series, yet it focuses more on the heroine Harriet Vane, who is also a detective and writer.
  • The novel is considered one of the first feminist detective stories, as it raises questions about the role of women in society and their right to education and careers.
  • The story is set in a fictional women's college in Oxford, reflecting the author's personal experience, who studied at Somerville College, Oxford University.
  • The book explores the theme of academic integrity and ethics, making it relevant in the modern context.
  • The novel contains numerous literary and cultural references, making it interesting for lovers of classical literature and history.
Reunion of Graduates
Date of publication: 20 February 2025
———Original titleeng. Gaudy Night · 1935
Genre: Detective