Esta serie sumerge a los lectores en el crudo mundo de un investigador privado que trabaja para una importante agencia de detectives. Operando desde San Francisco, el enigmático agente se enfrenta a casos que lo llevan a través de los bajos fondos de la ciudad. Con una mente aguda y un fuerte sentido de la justicia, navega por un peligroso panorama de crimen, corrupción y traición. Cada relato ofrece una emocionante inmersión en la ficción detectivesca clásica.
Un detective privado se zambulle en un violento baño de sangre a las pocas horas de llegar a Personville, una pequeña ciudad minera. Las batallas entre las bandas de gánsteres son combatidas por el investigador con las mismas armas utilizadas por los enemigos de la ley. Compleja trama argumental donde Hammett refleja, sin tapujos, la corrupción de la sociedad capitalista y la adereza con descripciones espectaculares y diálogos marcadamente cáusticos.
Everything about the Leggett diamond heist indicated to the Continental Op that it was an inside job. From the stray diamond found in the yard to the eyewitness accounts of a "strange man" casing the house, everything was just too pat. Gabrielle Dain-Leggett has enough secrets to fill a closet, and when she disappears shortly after the robbery, she becomes the Op's prime suspect. But her father, Edgar Leggett, keeps some strange company himself and has a dark side the moon would envy. Before he can solve the riddle of the diamond theft, the Continental Op must first solve the mystery of this strange family.
The book showcases Hammett's groundbreaking hard-boiled writing style, which has influenced countless authors. Known for its gritty realism and sharp dialogue, the narrative delivers a powerful impact that resonates with readers. This original work stands out in the genre, capturing the essence of crime and moral ambiguity in a way that continues to inspire and captivate.
Set in the early 20th century, this story showcases Dashiell Hammett's pioneering style in hardboiled detective fiction. Originally published in 1923, it exemplifies the gritty realism and complex characters that define the genre. As one of Hammett's early works, it reflects the evolution of mystery writing, making it a significant piece for both collectors and new readers. This edition aims to preserve the original text and artwork, offering an accessible glimpse into the roots of modern detective stories.
This collection showcases the finest short stories by Hammett, including a special introduction by Colin Dexter.
This edition features the Continental Op's most thrilling adventures, showcasing the gritty and suspenseful storytelling of Dashiell Hammett. Newly restored, these crime stories capture the essence of early detective fiction as they originally appeared in "Black Mask," highlighting the clever plots and complex characters that define Hammett's work. Fans of classic noir will appreciate the authenticity and charm of these iconic tales.
Selección de las mejores historias publicadas en la revista " Black Mask " por Dashiell Hammett, " El agente de la Continental " es sin duda alguna uno de los mejores libros del género negro. El anónimo detective que afronta en primera persona los casos que se le van presentando (el mismo que protagoniza también la novela " Cosecha roja " ) es un profesional, un asalariado de la violencia que concilia mejor o peor la práctica de su peligroso oficio y sus convicciones con los fines a menudo dudosos de quien lo contrata.
Ten classic suspense stories from the 1920s and 1930s by Dashiell Hammett, selected and introduced by Lillian Hellman.
