The murder of Roger Ackroyd- context Flashcards
1
Q
When was the novel published?
A
June 1926
2
Q
What era of detective fiction is the novel part of?
A
The golden age.
3
Q
What is the golden age?
A
- Puzzle formula
- Character development
- Suspicious behaviour provides misdirection
- Brilliant detective
- Explainable solution but inexplicit on the surface
4
Q
How many novels has Poirot been in prior to this?
A
2
5
Q
Setting?
A
In middle class, affluent, secluded fictional village of Kings Abbott.
