Contributions

  • Hammett, Dashiell, 1894-1961 - Contributor

Publication

1964 - Vintage Books, No place, unknown, or undetermined

Language

English

Word Count

94,000 words, Guess

Page Count

376 pages

Identifiers

Classifications

  • LCCPZ3.H1884 Mam
  • LCCPS3515.A4347 Mam

Alternate Titles

  • Thin man.

Description

The Maltese Falcon is a gripping tale of greed, betrayal, and murder that redefined detective fiction. When hard-boiled private investigator Sam Spade takes on a case involving a missing partner and a mysterious femme fatale, he’s drawn into a deadly hunt for a priceless, jewel-encrusted falcon. As double-crosses mount and dangerous criminals close in, Spade must navigate a treacherous web of lies and deception. Packed with sharp dialogue, relentless suspense, and moral ambiguity, Dashiell Hammett’s noir masterpiece is a must-read for mystery lovers and crime fiction fans.

Subjects

Topics

FictionSam Spade (Fictitious character)Nora Charles (Fictitious character)Nick Charles (Fictitious character)American Detective and mystery storiesDetective and mystery stories, AmericanSpade, Sam (Fictitious character) -- Fiction

Genres

  • Fiction

Other Editions

  • The Maltese falcon, & The thin man.Vintage Books1964

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