Ed McBain/Evan Hunter

<p> One of the most prolific crime writers of the last century Evan Hunter published more than 120 novels from 1952 to 2005 under a variety of pseudonymns. He also wrote several teleplays and screenplays including Alfred Hitchcock's <I>The Birds</I> and the 1954 novel <I>The Blackboard Jungle</I>. When the Mystery Writers of America named Hunter a Grand Master he gave the designation to his alter ego Ed McBain best known for his long-running police procedural series about the detectives of the 87th Precinct. This comprehensive companion provides detailed information about all of Evan Hunter's/Ed McBain's works characters and recurring themes. From police detective and crime stories to dramatic novels and films this reference celebrates the vast body of literature of this versatile writer.</p>