Arson Plus(Illustrated)
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This special edition includes 20 carefully crafted illustrations, bringing to life the gritty atmosphere and suspenseful moments of Dashiell Hammett's classic tale Includes Summary: Dive deeper into the narrative with a concise and captivating summary that distills the essence of the story, providing insight into its complex plot and intriguing characters. Character List: Get to know the cast of "Arson Plus" more intimately with a detailed list of characters, offering a glimpse into their roles and significance within the story. Author Biography: Learn about Dashiell Hammett, the pioneering mi...
This special edition includes 20 carefully crafted illustrations, bringing to life the gritty atmosphere and suspenseful moments of Dashiell Hammett's classic tale Includes Summary: Dive deeper into the narrative with a concise and captivating summary that distills the essence of the story, providing insight into its complex plot and intriguing characters. Character List: Get to know the cast of "Arson Plus" more intimately with a detailed list of characters, offering a glimpse into their roles and significance within the story. Author Biography: Learn about Dashiell Hammett, the pioneering mind behind "Arson Plus," with an engaging biography that traces his journey from a Pinkerton detective to one of the most influential figures in the detective fiction genre. Step into the shadowy world of "Arson Plus," where intrigue, mystery, and sharp wit meet in a riveting tale that set the standard for the hard-boiled detective genre. This illustrated edition of Dashiell Hammett's pioneering short story immerses readers in the early 20th-century American landscape, where crime and morality blur in the dimly lit streets of Personville. When a mysterious arson leads to an unexpected death, the Continental Op, a shrewd and unyielding detective, is summoned to unravel the layers of deceit and treachery. Through the smoke of burning secrets and the mirrors of human deception, the Op navigates a complex web of suspects, each with their motives and alibis, in a town where everyone has something to hide. This edition, which includes 20 gorgeous drawings to go along with it, brilliantly captures the thrilling turns and turns of Hammett's story, adding to the excitement of the inquiry, the thrill of the chase, and the satisfaction of cracking a case that seemed unsolvable. A thorough character list enhances the reader's immersion in Hammett's painstakingly created universe by providing insight into the thoughts and motivations of the story's major characters. "Arson Plus" is not just a story of crime and detection; it is a window into the human psyche, exploring themes of greed, loyalty, and the quest for truth. This illustrated edition, complete with a summary and author biography, offers both fans and newcomers a comprehensive introduction to the work of Dashiell Hammett, whose legacy continues to influence the detective genre to this day. Experience the story that launched Hammett's illustrious career and discover why he remains a titan of American literature.
