Michael Dibdin Anthologies books in order

Michael Dibdin edited two crime fiction anthologies collecting notable works from the genre's best writers.
Series · Crime Fiction · Anthology

Reading order

# Title Published Author Buy on Amazon
1 The Picador Book of Crime Writing 1993 Michael Dibdin Buy
2 The Vintage Book of Classic Crime 1997 Michael Dibdin Buy

Michael Dibdin’s reputation as a crime writer gave him the authority to curate two anthologies of the genre’s best work. The Picador Book of Crime Writing (1993) and The Vintage Book of Classic Crime (1997) both draw on his deep reading in the field and his strong opinions about what makes crime fiction worth reading.

These collections offer a useful window into Dibdin’s influences and tastes. For readers who have enjoyed his Aurelio Zen novels or standalones, the anthologies provide a reading list curated by someone with a sharp editorial eye and a willingness to look beyond the usual suspects of the crime fiction canon.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books are in the Michael Dibdin Anthologies series?

There are two books in the Michael Dibdin Anthologies series, published between 1993 and 1997.

What is the first book in the Michael Dibdin Anthologies series?

The first book in the Michael Dibdin Anthologies series is The Picador Book of Crime Writing, published in 1993.

What do Michael Dibdin's anthologies contain?

The Picador Book of Crime Writing (1993) and The Vintage Book of Classic Crime (1997) are curated collections of crime fiction selected by Dibdin. They reflect his broad knowledge of the genre and include works by a range of authors from different eras.

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