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The Singing Sands

Josephine Tey
eng. The Singing Sands · 1952
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Historical Context and Significance

Historical Context and Significance

«The Singing Sands» by Josephine Tey, published in 1952, is one of the author's final works and is part of the detective series featuring Inspector Alan Grant. The book is renowned for its unique approach to the detective genre, focusing not only on the crime investigation but also on the psychological state of the main character. The novel's cultural impact is linked to its contribution to the development of the psychological detective genre, where the detective's inner struggles and personal issues play a significant role in the narrative. Through her protagonist, Josephine Tey explores themes of anxiety and depression, which was quite innovative for the time of writing. This work also emphasizes the importance of atmosphere and mood created by the author, a characteristic that became a hallmark for many subsequent detective novels.

The Singing Sands
Date of publication: 22 February 2025
Updated: 2 March 2025
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Author: 
Josephine Tey
Original title: eng. The Singing Sands · 1952
Genre: Detective
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