Uncover the intricate link between modernist literature and the criminal psyche. This compelling study delves into how late 19th and early 20th-century authors, from Conrad to Highsmith, explored criminality to pioneer new forms of psychological representation. Discover the profound influence of crime fiction on shaping perceptions of the criminal mind within canonical and understudied modernist works. It’s an essential read for literature scholars, psychology students, and enthusiasts seeking a deeper understanding of literary innovation and the darker facets of human nature.