Mystery & Thriller· International
More Stories to Remember -- Volume II
by Thomas Bertram CostainAggregate Editorial Score50/100
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Published 1958English
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Published in 1958, More Stories to Remember -- Volume II established Thomas Bertram Costain as one of the defining voices in mystery & thriller. More Stories to Remember -- Volume II (1958) by Thomas Bertram Costain is a masterfully plotted thriller that combines tension, atmosphere, and sharp psychological insight.
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Thomas Bertram Costain published More Stories to Remember -- Volume II in 1958, and it has since become one of the more widely recognised works of mystery & thriller from International. The book's treatment of the human condition accounts for much of its enduring reputation.
With an editorial score of 50/100 drawn from 1 independent sources, the book occupies a well-documented position in the critical literature. Its recognition spans international prizes, "best of" lists, and academic surveys.
The appeal of More Stories to Remember -- Volume II lies partly in its refusal to offer easy answers. Its exploration of the human condition is sustained, textured, and genuinely thought-provoking in ways that stay with readers well after the final page.
Thomas Bertram Costain's role in the literature of International is well established. More Stories to Remember -- Volume II can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
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notable · national
195850
Thomas Bertram Costain is a International author whose work in mystery & thriller has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.
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