{"product_id":"john-w-christie-murder-is-late-1971-1st-turkish-book-turkey","title":"John W. Christie – Murder Is Late 1971 1st Turkish Book Turkey","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"87\"\u003eJohn W. Christie – Katil Maalesef Gecikti (Murder Is Late) – Milliyet Yayınları Turkish Edition (1971) – First Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"999\" data-start=\"262\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"278\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eThis is the Turkish first edition of Murder Is Late, published under the title Katil Maalesef Gecikti by Milliyet Yayınları in 1971. Written by John W. Christie, the novel is a crime and suspense story that follows the classic structure of mid-20th century mystery fiction, focusing on delayed revelation, tension, and carefully constructed narrative misdirection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"944\"\u003eThe story centers on a murder case where timing and sequence play a crucial role in uncovering the truth. As events unfold, what initially appears to be a straightforward investigation gradually becomes more complex, with shifting alibis, hidden connections, and uncertain motives. The narrative builds suspense by emphasizing the gap between appearance and reality, keeping both the investigator and the reader uncertain until the final stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"1218\"\u003eChristie’s work reflects the traditional detective fiction style, where logical deduction, carefully placed clues, and structured storytelling are central elements. The novel maintains a steady sense of tension, relying on gradual revelation rather than fast-paced action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003eFor collectors, this 1971 Turkish first edition represents part of the broader wave of translated crime and mystery novels published by Milliyet Yayınları during the early 1970s. These editions helped introduce international detective fiction to a wide Turkish readership. Its period printing and genre significance make it a notable collectible within classic crime literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003e• Title: Katil Maalesef Gecikti (Murder Is Late)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003e• Author: John W. Christie\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1729\"\u003e• Publisher: Milliyet Yayınları\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003e• Publication Year: 1971\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1759\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e• Edition: First Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003e• Language: Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e• Format: Novel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003e• Genre: Crime fiction, mystery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1864\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003e• Themes: Murder investigation, timing, alibis, deception, suspense\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003e• Collector Appeal: Early Turkish first edition of a classic structured crime mystery novel\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turkrex Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48242560761994,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/3687\/7450\/files\/1_f5fd130e-7632-43fb-b09a-25b8e8f3480e.jpg?v=1776692585","url":"https:\/\/turkrexcollectables.com\/products\/john-w-christie-murder-is-late-1971-1st-turkish-book-turkey","provider":"Turkrex Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}