The Maltese Falcon

By Dashiell Hammett

Book Overview

Dashiell Hammett's 1930 detective novel is a cornerstone of American crime fiction, introducing the cynical, hard-boiled private detective Sam Spade. The story plunges Spade into a world of murder, greed, and betrayal when his partner, Miles Archer, is killed while on a case. The murder draws Spade into the hunt for a priceless, gem-encrusted statuette known as the Maltese Falcon, a legendary artifact coveted by a cast of deceitful characters, including the enigmatic Brigid O'Shaughnessy and the opportunistic Joel Cairo. As the body count rises and alliances shift, Spade must navigate the treacherous criminal underworld while balancing his personal feelings with the necessity of seeking justice for his partner. The novel is a masterclass in ambiguity and moral complexity, establishing the quintessential detective antihero who operates in a world where truth is an elusive commodity and loyalty is a fleeting concept.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FWBH7X67
• ISBN13: 9798888977033
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Mint Editions
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.0" x 8.0"