Dashiell Hammett
What’s inside
The Maltese Falcon is a classic detective novel featuring the hard-boiled private investigator, Sam Spade, who gets entangled in a dangerous search for a priceless statuette.
You’ll Learn
- Engagement in a tightly woven plot full of intrigue
- Insight into the early development of the detective genre
- Exposure to Hammett’s crisp, sparse dialogue and vivid characterizations
- Exploration of themes such as greed, betrayal, and moral ambiguity
Key Points
- Introduction of Sam Spade, a private detective
- Miss Wonderly hires Spade for a seemingly simple job
- The murder of Spade’s partner, Miles Archer
- The elusive quest for the valuable Maltese Falcon
- Spade’s encounters with colorful, deceptive characters
- A web of lies, treachery, and greed unfolds
- The moral ambiguity of the protagonist, Spade
Who’s it For
- Mystery and detective fiction enthusiasts
- Fans of classic literature
- Readers interested in crime stories
- Admirers of complex characters
About the author
Dashiell Hammett, an American author, is known for hard-boiled detective novels and creating the iconic Sam Spade.