The story follows Jack Foley, recently released from prison, as he teams up with Dawn Navarro, the common-law wife of his wealthy friend Cundo Rey. Their scheme aims to relieve Cundo of his fortune, raising questions about loyalty and trust among friends when money is at stake. This thrilling narrative brings back beloved characters from Elmore Leonard's previous works, blending crime, deception, and complex relationships.
This collection features a mix of never-before-seen stories alongside several previously published works from acclaimed crime fiction author Elmore Leonard. Known for his sharp dialogue and vivid characters, Leonard delivers a highly entertaining experience that showcases his signature style and storytelling prowess. Readers can expect a blend of suspense, wit, and engaging narratives that highlight Leonard's mastery in the genre.
In the Arizona Territory, David Flynn, a skilled cavalryman turned army scout, embarks on a perilous mission to capture the infamous Apache renegade, Soldado Viejo. As he tracks the elusive outlaw across the border, Flynn encounters a treacherous landscape filled with danger from both a cunning outlaw and a ruthless bounty hunter. Amidst the lawlessness, he must navigate a deadly game of betrayal, where every ally could be an enemy, transforming his quest for justice into a fight for survival in the harsh desert.
Two early westerns by Elmore Leonard are brought together in this collection, showcasing the author's signature storytelling style. Renowned for his sharp dialogue and vivid characters, Leonard captures the essence of the American West. These tales feature compelling narratives and richly drawn figures, reflecting themes of morality and survival in rugged landscapes. Fans of classic westerns will appreciate this compilation of Leonard's work, highlighting his early contributions to the genre.
This collection showcases classic Westerns penned by a renowned modern crime writer, highlighting the author's unique storytelling style and rich characterization. It offers a definitive exploration of the Western genre, blending themes of justice, morality, and the American frontier. Readers can expect a captivating journey through iconic narratives that shaped the genre, reflecting the complexities of the human experience against a backdrop of rugged landscapes and lawlessness.
This collection showcases twelve modern classics from a master of crime fiction, Elmore Leonard, celebrated for his sharp dialogue and intricate plots. Presented in a deluxe three-volume boxed set, it highlights Leonard's unmatched storytelling prowess, making it an essential addition for fans of the genre. Each story reflects his unique style and deep understanding of character, ensuring an engaging reading experience.
The definitive edition of an American master of crime fiction culminates with four modern classics. In Get Shorty, a Miami loan shark with an idea for a movie finds a way to break into Hollywood as a producer, the perfect setup for Elmore Leonard’s brilliantly satiric take on an industry he knew well. Rum Punch (filmed by Quentin Tarantino as Jackie Brown in 1997) shows an aging bail bondsman and an airline stewardess matching wits against lawmen and criminals alike. In Out of Sight, deputy U.S. marshal Karen Sisco and escaped bank robber Jack Foley find themselves thrust together in a highrisk fusion of violent adventure and unlikely romance; included as a special feature is “Karen Makes Out,” the story that introduced Sisco. The collection concludes with Tishomingo Blues, a kaleidoscopic story involving exhibition high divers, Civil War reenactors, and an unforgettable cast of gangsters and hustlers. This is Elmore Leonard at his unbeatable best. LIBRARY OF AMERICA is an independent nonprofit cultural organization founded in 1979 to preserve our nation’s literary heritage by publishing, and keeping permanently in print, America’s best and most significant writing. The Library of America series includes more than 300 volumes to date, authoritative editions that average 1,000 pages in length, feature cloth covers, sewn bindings, and ribbon markers, and are printed on premium acid-free paper that will last for centuries.
Essential reading for all fans of noir: A treasure trove of previously unpublished stories by the sorely missed master of crime fiction. Includes a moving introduction from Elmore Leonard's son, crime writer Peter Leonard.
It was during the 1980s that Elmore Leonard came into his own as the most popular and critically acclaimed crime writer in America. Here he is at the top of his game, with four bestselling works collected into one volume: City Primeval, LaBrava, Glitz and Freaky Deaky. Includes a rare early draft of the first chapter of LaBrava, as well as behind-the scenes accounts of the master at work by Leonard's editor and long-time researcher Gregg Sutter
A collection of fifteen stories, eleven of which have never been previously published, from the early career of bestselling American master Elmore Leonard. Over his long and illustrious career, Elmore Leonard was recognized as one of the greatest crime writers of all time, the author of dozens of bestselling books—many adapted for the big screen—as well as a master of short fiction. A superb stylist whose crisp, tight prose crackled with trademark wit and sharp dialogue, Leonard remains the standard for crime fiction and a literary model for writers of every genre. Marked by his unmistakable grit and humor, the stories in Charlie Martz and Other Stories—produced early in his career, when he was making his name particularly with westerns—reveal a writer in transition, exploring new voices and locations, from the bars of small-town New Mexico and Michigan to a film set in Hollywood, a hotel in Southern Spain, even a military base in Kuala Lumpur. They also introduce us to classic Leonard characters, some who recur throughout the collection, such as aging lawman Charlie Martz and weary former matador Eladio Montoya. Devoted Leonard aficionados and fans new to his fiction will marvel at these early works that reveal an artist on the cusp of greatness.