The Tony Hillerman Companion: A Comprehensive Guide to his Life and Work (1994)

The Tony Hillerman Companion serves as the definitive guide to Tony Hillerman’s craft and the rich Southwestern world he brought to life. Inside, readers will find an exhaustive concordance covering every novel, complete with detailed plot synopses and critical analysis tracking his career evolution. The volume profiles every character across the series while shedding light on the author himself—exploring how his life experiences shaped his fiction. Enriched by an exclusive interview, a personal timeline, private family photographs, and a selected sampling of Hillerman’s fiction and nonfiction, this guide is an essential resource for fans and scholars alike.