George Harmon Coxe

George Harmon Coxe (1901-1984) was an American author and editor known for his contributions to crime and mystery fiction. He was closely associated with Black Mask magazine, where many leading writers of hardboiled fiction were published, and his work reflects the style and concerns of that tradition. Coxe's novels and stories are characterised by their clear structure, controlled pacing, and attention to the dynamics of crime within urban settings.