The Big Knockover

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : Vintage Crime/Black Lizard
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1989-07-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780679722595

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The Big Knockover by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

Short, thick-bodied, mulishly stubborn, and indifferent to physical pain, Dashiell Hammett's Continental Op was the prototype for generations of tough-guy detectives. He is also the hero of most of the nine stories in this volume. The Op's one enthusiasm is doing his job, and in The Big Knockover the jobs entail taking on a gang of modern-day freebooters, a vice-ridden hell's acre in the Arizona desert, and the bank job to end all bank jobs, along with such assorted grifters as Babe McCloor, Bluepoint Vance, Alphabet Shorty McCoy, and the Dis-and-Dat Kid.

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 413 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Detective and mystery stories, American
ISBN : 0140086552

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The Big Knockover and Other Stories by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

Dashiell Hammett first wrote about the Continental Op, the short, fat, balding detective with no home and no personal existence apart from his work, more than 80 years ago. In doing so he created one of the most enduring icons of modern times - the private eye, the isolated hero in a treacherous and brutal world.

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0848827066

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The Big Knockover by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 75 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781443424707

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Blood Money by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

This collection features two of Dashiell Hammett’s best-known short stories “The Big Knockover,” and “$106,000 Blood Money” together, as they were meant to be read. In these connected stories, the Continental Op faces down an unprecedented influx of criminals into his native San Francisco, as the horde plans to collect a big payday by robbing two banks simultaneously, and then must hunt down the mastermind responsible for this elaborate crime spree. “The Big Knockover” witnesses the return of Dashiell Hammett’s hard-boiled detective character known only as The Continental Op. One of the earliest characters in the world of detective fiction, The Op paved the way for similar private eyes like Hammett’s own Sam Spade and Raymond Chandler’s Philip Marlowe. The Op, however, had a personality all his own—uncompassionate, gruff, and stocky—and was never the prototypical heroic protagonist. He was, however the perfect fit for the genre in the early days of the hardboiled detective genre. HarperCollins brings great works of literature to life in digital format, upholding the highest standards in ebook production and celebrating reading in all its forms. Look for more titles in the HarperCollins short-stories collection to build your digital library.

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : Vintage Crime/Black Lizard
Page : 754 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2017-11-28
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780525432951

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The Big Book of the Continental Op by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

Now for the first time ever in one volume, all twenty-eight stories and two serialized novels starring the Continental Op—one of the greatest characters in storied history of detective fiction. Dashiell Hammett is the father of modern hard-boiled detective stories. His legendary works have been lauded for almost one hundred years by fans, and his novel The Maltese Falcon was adapted into a classic film starring Humphrey Bogart. One of Dashiell Hammett's most memorable characters, the Continental Op made his debut in Black Mask magazine on October 1, 1923, narrating the first of twenty-eight stories and two novels that would change forever the face of detective fiction. The Op is a tough, wry, unglamorous gumshoe who has inspired a following that is both global and enduring. He has been published in periodicals, paperback digests, and short story collections, but until now, he has never, in all his ninety-two years, had the whole of his exploits contained in one book. The book features all twenty-eight of the original standalone Continental Op stories, the original serialized versions of Red Harvest and The Dain Curse, and previously unpublished material. This anthology of Continental Op stories is the only complete, one-volume work of its kind.

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : Vintage Crime/Black Lizard
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2010-12-29
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307767486

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Red Harvest by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

The steadfast and sturdy Continental Op has been summoned to the town of Personville—known as Poisonville—a dusty mining community splintered by competing factions of gangsters and petty criminals. The Op has been hired by Donald Willsson, publisher of the local newspaper, who gave little indication about the reason for the visit. No sooner does the Op arrive, than the body count begins to climb . . . starting with his client. With this last honest citizen of Poisonville murdered, the Op decides to stay on and force a reckoning—even if that means taking on an entire town. Red Harvest is more than a superb crime novel: it is a classic exploration of corruption and violence in the American grain.

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : Vintage Crime/Black Lizard
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2015-09-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307767448

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Nightmare Town by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

Twenty long-unavailable stories by Dashiell Hammett, the author of The Maltese Falcon and the incomparable master of detective fiction. In the title story, a man on a bender enters a small town and ends up unraveling the dark mystery at its heart. A woman confronts the brutal truth about her husband in the chilling story "Ruffian's Wife." "His Brother's Keeper" is a half-wit boxer's eulogy to the brother who betrayed him. "The Second-Story Angel" recounts one of the most novel cons ever devised. In seven stories, the tough and taciturn Continental Op takes on a motley collection of the deceitful, the duped, and the dead, and once again shows his uncanny ability to get at the truth. In three stories, Sam Spade confronts the darkness in the human soul while rolling his own cigarettes. And the first study for The Thin Man sends John Guild on a murder investigation in which almost every witness may be lying. In Nightmare Town, Dashiell Hammett, America's poet laureate of the dispossessed, shows us a world where people confront a multitude of evils. Whether they are trying to right wrongs or just trying to survive, all of them are rendered with Hammett's signature gifts for sharp-edged characters and blunt dialogue. Hammett said that his ambition was to elevate mystery fiction to the level of art. This collection of masterful stories clearly illustrates Hammett's success, and shows the remarkable range and variety of the fiction he produced.

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : McClelland & Stewart
Page : 1818 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2015-06-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781551998008

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The Collected Dashiell Hammett by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

Dashiell Hammett is one of the great writers of American mystery fiction, and a pioneer of the hard-boiled detective story. He created iconic characters like Sam Spade and Nick and Nora Charles, and influenced countless other mystery authors, including Raymond Chandler. This collection contains 38 of his short stories, including classics such as The Big Knockover and The Farewell Murder, as well as all five of his novels, including The Maltese Falcon and The Thin Man. Penguin Random House Canada is proud to bring you classic works of literature in e-book form, with the highest quality production values. Find more today and rediscover books you never knew you loved.

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : www.PulpFictionBook.Store
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2024-02-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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The Continental Op -1924 by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

The nine Continental Op stories written by Dashiell Hammett in 1924. The Tenth Clew – There were enough clews in this crime to give Mr. Hammett’s nameless detective a year or so of work. But solving a mystery in that length of time didn’t appeal to him. He wanted faster action—and he got it in good measure. So will you if you begin this entertaining novelette. I “Do you know. . . Emil Bonfils?” II “That’s Something!” III “A sleek kitten that dame!” IV “Maybe that ain’t so foolish!” V “Meet Mr. Smith” VI “Those damned horns!” VII “You have a lot of fun, don’t you?” VIII “I hope you swing!” Night Shots Zigzags of Treachery -A twelve chapter novella. One Hour – A three chapter novelette The House In Turk Street – We wouldn’t consider an issue complete without one of Mr. Hammett’s stories in it, and after you’ve read this tale, you’ll understand why. The Girl With The Silver Eyes – Mr. Hammett has written some lively and unusual tales about his realistic detective from the Continental Detective Agency, whose name has never been disclosed; but for action, shrewd detective-work, sheer interest, and surprise, his latest, herewith, surpasses them all.” A nineteen chapter novella. Death On Pine Street The Golden Horseshoe – In our recent voting contest for favorite Black Mask authors, Dashiell Hammett received thousands of votes because of his series of stories of the adventures of his San Francisco detective. He has created one of the most convincing and realistic characters in all detective fiction. The story, herewith, is one of his best to date. We know you’ll enjoy it to the last word.” A nine chapter novelette. Who Killed Bob Teal? – Operative Teal went out to shadow a thief, who didn’t even know he was suspected. Seven hours after Teal left his agency’s office, he was found—shot to death. Whose hand cut him down?”

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : Wildside Press LLC
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2023-02-21
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781667621111

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The Thin Man by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

The Thin Man (1934) is a detective novel by Dashiell Hammett, made famouos by the series of movies based on it starring William Powell and Myrna Loy. The story is set in New York City during the Christmas season of 1932, in the last days of Prohibition in the United States. Nick Charles, a retired private detective, and Nora, his socialite wife, become embroiled in a mystery.

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : Wildside Press LLC
Page : 73 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2022-10-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781667660134

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Woman in the Dark by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

On a dark night a young woman seeks refuge at an isolated house. She is hurt and frightened. The man and woman who live there take her in. But their decency is utterly unequipped to deal with the Woman in the Dark, or with the designs of the men who want her.

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : Vintage Crime/Black Lizard
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2011-02-23
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780307767479

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The Dain Curse by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

When eight diamonds are stolen from a prominent San Francisco family, the Continental Op is called in to investigate. But the missing jewels aren’t the only thing out of the ordinary. The man who reported the burglary ends up dead, ostensibly a suicide. His daughter, one of the suspects, Miss Gabrielle Dain Leggett, has a penchant for morphine and religious cults. She also has an unfortunate effect on the people around her: they have a habit of dying. Might Gabrielle be the victim of an arcane family curse? Or is the truth about her stranger and even more dangerous? The Dain Curse is one of the Continental Op’s most bizarre cases and a tautly crafted masterpiece of suspense.

Author : Dashiell Hammett,Raymond Chandler
Publisher : McClelland & Stewart
Page : 4200 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2015-06-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781551998022

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The Essential Noir Bundle by Dashiell Hammett,Raymond Chandler Pdf

Two of the greatest authors of hard-boiled detective fiction come together in this compilation. Featuring legendary characters like Philip Marlowe, Sam Spade, and Nick and Nora Charles, it includes novels such as The Maltese Falcon, The Big Sleep, and The Long Goodbye, and over 60 short stories, including The King in Yellow and The Big Knockover. Penguin Random House Canada is proud to bring you classic works of literature in e-book form, with the highest quality production values. Find more today and rediscover books you never knew you loved.

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : Good Press
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-31
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:4064066372835

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The Glass Key by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

'The Glass Key' by Dashiell Hammett is a gripping tale of loyalty, betrayal, and political intrigue. Ned Beaumont, a trusted advisor to the powerful political boss Paul Madvig, becomes entangled in a murder investigation when he discovers the body of a senator's son. As Ned delves deeper into the case, he faces danger, deceit, and a web of secrets that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear. With unexpected alliances and shocking revelations, Ned must navigate a treacherous world to uncover the truth and bring justice to those responsible.

Author : Dashiell Hammett
Publisher : Hachette UK
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2019-12-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781409195764

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The Continental Op by Dashiell Hammett Pdf

'He is master of the detective novel, yes, but also one hell of a writer' Boston Globe Dashiell Hammett is the true inventor of modern detective fiction and the creator of the private eye, the isolated hero in a world where treachery is the norm. THE CONTINENTAL OP was his great first contribution to the genre and these seven stories, which first appeared in the magazine Black Mask, are the best examples of Hammett's early writing, in which his formidable literary and moral imagination is already operating at full strength. THE CONTINENAL OP is the dispassionate fat man working for the Continental Detective Agency, modelled on the Pinkerton Agency, whose only interest is in doing his job in a world of violence, passion, desperate action and great excitement.