Ted Lewis: Novelist, Artist, Musician Hard or Soft Boiled

by Monty Martin

This book attempts no in-depth literary critique, total assessment
of an artist or a full picture of a man whose life had many facets.
I leave that to others. It is a sketch, an attempt at some empathy,
to bring Ted Lewis alive. To some extent it is work in progress.
All creative contributions will only serve to further illuminate
the life, art and times of Edward (Ted) Lewis, also known as
Lew or Ed.
Monty Martin

63 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 1, 2015

Reviews

[Robin Price · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ted Lewis was one of the great British crime writers but his fame has almost slipped through the cracks to obscurity. One man has played a significant role in making sure Ted doesn't disappear completely from the public eye. That man, Monty Martin, is the author of this book.
This is quite obviously a labour of love, and benefits enormously from the author's personable approach. All nine of Ted's published novels are looked at in context to the circumstances under which they were written. Ted's other talents - artist, illustrator, and amateur Jazz pianist - are explored with affectionate grace.
I can't think of any writer before or since who has contributed more to British noir than Ted Lewis. He deserves to be as well known as his American counterpart Raymond Chandler.
This book is a perfect starting place for anyone who hasn't yet discovered the tragic genius of Ted Lewis.