The Thin-Man
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Dashiell Hammett
Binding: Hardback
Published: Grosset & Dunlap, New York, 1934
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
This classic of hardboiled detective fiction, The Thin Man, introduces readers to the charming and astute Nick and Nora Charles, a husband-and-wife duo whose lives are perpetually entangled with crime. The narrative chronicles their reluctant return to the world of investigation when a former client of Nick's, the titular thin man, vanishes, leaving behind a trail of perplexing clues and suspicious characters. Hammett's masterful prose presents a sophisticated blend of sharp dialogue, dry wit, and genuine suspense, creating an atmosphere both glamorous and dangerous. As the couple navigates the murky waters of high society and low-life criminals, the story illustrates themes of love, loyalty, and the elusive nature of truth. This enduring mystery remains a benchmark for the genre, captivating audiences with its intricate plot and unforgettable protagonists.
Author: Dashiell Hammett
Binding: Hardback
Published: Grosset & Dunlap, New York, 1934
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
This classic of hardboiled detective fiction, The Thin Man, introduces readers to the charming and astute Nick and Nora Charles, a husband-and-wife duo whose lives are perpetually entangled with crime. The narrative chronicles their reluctant return to the world of investigation when a former client of Nick's, the titular thin man, vanishes, leaving behind a trail of perplexing clues and suspicious characters. Hammett's masterful prose presents a sophisticated blend of sharp dialogue, dry wit, and genuine suspense, creating an atmosphere both glamorous and dangerous. As the couple navigates the murky waters of high society and low-life criminals, the story illustrates themes of love, loyalty, and the elusive nature of truth. This enduring mystery remains a benchmark for the genre, captivating audiences with its intricate plot and unforgettable protagonists.