Dashiell Hammett Ordre des livres

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.

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.

Paul Madvig was a cheerfully corrupt ward-heeler who aspired to something better: the daughter of Senator Ralph Bancroft Henry, the heiress to a dynasty of political purebreds. Did he want her badly enough to commit murder? And if Madvig was innocent, which of his dozens of enemies was doing an awfully good job of framing him? Dashiell Hammett's tour de force of detective fiction combines an airtight plot, authentically venal characters, and writing of telegraphic crispness. A one-time detective and a master of deft understatement, Dashiell Hammett virtually invented the hard-boiled crime novel. This classic Hammet work of detective fiction combines an airtight plot, authentically venal characters, and writing of telegraphic crispness.

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.

This edition features the Continental Op's most thrilling adventures, showcasing the gritty and suspenseful storytelling of Dashiell Hammett. Newly restored, these crime stories capture the essence of early detective fiction as they originally appeared in "Black Mask," highlighting the clever plots and complex characters that define Hammett's work. Fans of classic noir will appreciate the authenticity and charm of these iconic tales.

Do izby vbehla vysoká dievčina, ktorú som videl na svadobnej hostine. Oči mala rozšírené, od vzrušenia potemnené. Tvár bledú a mokrú. Z modrej nepremokavej peleríny jej cícerkom stekala voda, kapucňa jej pokrývala tmavé vlasy.„Och, pán Hendrixson!" Oboma rukami mu zovrela ruku. Hovorila bez náznaku cudzieho prízvuku, no jej hlas vyvolával dojem nadšeného prekvapenia. „Práve prepadli banku a toho — akože ho to voláte — policajného šerifa zabili!"