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ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE'S 100 BEST MYSTERY AND THRILLER BOOKS OF ALL TIME • A special edition of this coolly glittering gem of detective fiction that has haunted three generations of readers, from one of the greatest mystery writers of all time. Featuring an introduction by James Ellroy. A treasure worth killing for. Sam Spade, a slightly shopworn private eye with his own solitary code of ethics. A perfumed grafter named Joel Cairo, a fat man name Gutman, and Brigid O’Shaughnessy, a beautiful and treacherous woman whose loyalties shift at the drop of a dime. These are the ingredients of Dashiell Hammett's iconic, influential, and beloved The Maltese Falcon. A Vintage Crime/Black Lizard Special Edition

The collection showcases Dashiell Hammett's groundbreaking contributions to hard-boiled fiction, featuring the Continental Op, a detached detective navigating a treacherous landscape. Originating from the pulp magazine Black Mask, these stories delve into themes of moral ambiguity and betrayal, where trust is scarce and violence prevails. Hammett's sharp narrative style captures a world of cold passion and thrilling action, influencing future detective fiction and reflecting the complexities of modern society.

Featuring the iconic Continental Op, this collection brings together all twenty-eight stories and two serialized novels for the first time. Renowned for his gritty realism and complex character, the Continental Op navigates a world of crime and moral ambiguity, making this volume a definitive exploration of detective fiction. Readers can expect a blend of suspense, intrigue, and the evolution of a masterful detective in a richly crafted narrative landscape.

A new collection of crime stories from the legendary hard-boiled writer Dashiell Hammett. The author of classic novels The Thin Man (1934) and The Maltese Falcon (1938), Hammett has been called 'a master of the detective novel, yes, but also one hell of a writer' (The Boston Globe). This new collection, The Hunter and Other Stories, includes several never-before-published short stories, and, like the screen stories from Return of the Thin Man, the pieces here read as novellas - rich in both story and character - that no Hammett fan should do without.

Private detective Sam Spade is hired by Miss Wonderly to track down her sister, who has eloped with a louse called Floyd Thursby. However, Miss Wonderly is in fact the beautiful and treacherous Brigid O'Shaughnessy; and her real goal is the Maltese falcon, reputed to contain priceless jewels. Things take a turn for the worse, when Spade's partner is shot while on Thursby's trail, and Spade finds himself both hunter and hunted.

The Return of The Thin Man combines the lost novellas of Dashiell Hammett, the first new published work in over half a century.

An exciting new series which provides reading and language learning at five levels. As well as enjoyable stories and texts, each book provides a range of integrated activities designed to develop reading skills, consolidate vocabulary, and offer personalised project work. Each book is supported by a CD-ROM which contains additional activities and the complete audio recording. What's special about Penguin Active Reading? Beautiful illustrations, photographs, maps and diagrams help to bring the stories alive and reinforce meaning Integrated activities help your students think about the story/text in advance, check comprehension, learn new vocabulary and practise key grammar structures Outside the classroom - a bank of ideas for project work, as well as a great range of background information on related themes Student motivation - a fully-interactive CD-ROM (includes complete audio recording) and supporting website complement the activities contained in the book Help with testing - an unbeatable choice of activities in the book and on the CD- ROM Every title has its own photocopiable worksheet packed with background information about the book and author as well as a range of activities to practise new vocabulary and grammar, increase comprehension and develop all four skills. Regular test questions help check students' understanding of the story and language so problem areas can be identified immediately.

Set in the early 20th century, this story showcases Dashiell Hammett's pioneering style in hardboiled detective fiction. Originally published in 1923, it exemplifies the gritty realism and complex characters that define the genre. As one of Hammett's early works, it reflects the evolution of mystery writing, making it a significant piece for both collectors and new readers. This edition aims to preserve the original text and artwork, offering an accessible glimpse into the roots of modern detective stories.

This omnibus edition includes four linked stories - 'The House in Turk Street', 'The Girl with the Silver Eyes', 'The Big Knockover' and '$106,000 Blood Money - featuring the Continental Op, Hammett's anonymous tough-guy detective.

The collection of letters reveals the multifaceted life of the famed writer, showcasing his dry fatalism and the balance between his literary persona and personal struggles. Readers gain insight into his roles as a devoted father, intellectual, and romantic, while also grappling with his flaws, including alcoholism. The letters echo Hammett's distinctive voice, rich with wry observations and reflections on his experiences, making it a compelling exploration of his character and a unique slice of American literary history.