| Title | : | The Continental Op. Illustrated |
|---|---|---|
| Author | : | Dashiell Hammett |
| Release | : | 2024-12-05 |
| Kind | : | ebook |
| Genre | : | Hard-Boiled Mysteries, Books, Mysteries & Thrillers, Young Adult, Fiction for Young Adults, Mysteries for Young Adults, Detective Novels, Fiction & Literature, Short Stories |
| Size | : | 2724646 |
| The Op, a nameless and methodical investigator, is renowned for his unflinching demeanor, sharp instincts, and willingness to bend the rules to uncover the truth. As he navigates a world of corruption, betrayal, and violence, he faces adversaries ranging from ruthless gangsters to elusive criminals, all while dealing with his own moral ambiguities and the harsh realities of his job. Hammett’s hallmark style — spare, direct, and filled with atmospheric tension — makes The Continental Op a seminal work in the noir genre. Through the Op’s eyes, readers experience a raw, cynical world where justice is often elusive and the lines between right and wrong are blurred. With its fast-paced action, complex characters, and deep sense of moral ambiguity, The Continental Op remains a landmark in detective fiction and a must-read for fans of hard-boiled mysteries. Contents: Arson Plus Slippery Fingers Crooked Souls It Bodies Piled Up The Tenth Clew The House in Turk Street The Girl with Silver Eyes The Golden Horseshoe Who Killed Bob Teal? The Whosis Kid The Scorched Face Corkscrew Dead Yellow Women The Gutting of Couffignal Creeping Siamese The Big Knock-Over $106,000 Blood Money The Main Death This King Business Fly Paper The Farewell Murder Death and Company |
