Chandler's critique focuses quite a bit on Golden Age mystery, but also touches on earlier authors we have explored this semester. Respond to the following questions in a 250-word (minimum) response:
Do you see elements of his critique in the pieces we've read so far? In other words, do you see what he means about the Golden Age mystery? Give an example from Evil Under the Sun.
How would you respond to his critiques? Where do you agree or disagree? Give two quotations from Chandler's piece to support your answer.
What expectations does his analysis give you for the "Hard-boiled" formula?
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