The Maltese Falcon
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Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
06.02.2026
Verlag
Chewana BooksSeitenzahl
204
Maße (L/B/H)
20,3/12,7/1,2 cm
Gewicht
225 g
Sprache
Englisch
EAN
9798295614446
The Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammett is a landmark of hard-boiled detective fiction, set in the shadowy streets and offices of 1920s San Francisco. The novel follows private investigator Sam Spade, a cool-headed, sharp-tongued detective whose moral code is pragmatic rather than sentimental. When his partner is murdered while tailing a mysterious client, Spade is drawn into a dangerous web of lies, betrayals, and shifting alliances. At the center of the intrigue is the legendary Maltese Falcon, a jewel-encrusted statuette rumored to be of immense value. A collection of eccentric and treacherous characters-including the alluring but deceitful Brigid O'Shaughnessy, the suave Joel Cairo, and the imposing Kasper Gutman-pursue the object with obsessive determination. Each manipulates and deceives, forcing Spade to navigate a world where trust is a liability and truth is rarely spoken outright. The novel explores themes of greed, corruption, and personal honor, presenting a cynical view of human nature. Hammett's spare, precise prose and sharp dialogue create a tense, fast-moving narrative that emphasizes action over introspection. The Maltese Falcon remains influential for its tough realism, iconic detective hero, and its portrayal of a world where justice is imperfect, but integrity-however limited-still matters. Quote from the book- "I hope they don't hang you, precious, by that sweet neck." -Dashiell Hammett, The Maltese Falcon
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