1950년대 출판 미디어와 사카구치 안고의 추리소설 ― 중간소설 잡지를 중심으로 ―

Abstract

This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of Sakaguchi Ango's 1950s mystery novels, focusing on their publication in Shosetsu Shincho, a magazine that bridged popular fiction and literary circles. Unlike mystery-focused journals, Ango’s works were aimed at a broader audience, merging literary exploration with entertainment. The analysis highlights how these novels responded to Japan’s post-war societal issues, acting as a precursor to the social realism that later defined Japanese detective fiction. By blending literary depth with popular appeal, Ango’s work not only expanded the readership but also laid the groundwork for the rise of socially conscious narratives in the 1960s. This evolution is particularly significant in understanding the trajectory of Japanese detective fiction and the eventual prominence of social criticism in the genre, as seen in the works of Matsumoto Seicho and other writers of that era.