Foreign Bodies

Mark Lawson's series takes an international perspective on celebrated literary detectives, examining how crime fiction reflects and anticipates societal changes across various countries. Featuring conversations with authors and experts, the series explores the stories of iconic investigators and their significance within their respective cultural and political contexts, covering topics such as post-war impacts, political conflicts, migration, and social transformations. Through this global tour, listeners gain insights into how mystery novels serve as mirrors and predictors of societal trends worldwide.