The Girl With the Silver Eyes: The Complete Black Mask Cases of the Continental Op, Volume 2

by Dashiell Hammett

Overview

Discover the genius of Dashiell Hammett, arguably the finest writer to grace the pages of Black Mask magazine. Now part of the authorized Black Mask Library, Hammett's groundbreaking Continental Op series defined the magazine's style and inspired countless authors. Volume 2 brings together the next six captivating stories of the Op, complete with an exclusive new introduction by Bob Byrne. Dive into the thrilling world of classic noir with this essential collection.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781618278036
Publisher:	Black Mask
Publication date:	08/01/2024
Series:	Continental Op , #2
Pages:	316
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.66(d)

About the Author

Dashiell Hammett (1894–1961), one of the masters of crime fiction, first introduced his iconic private eye, Sam Spade, in his famous 1930 novel, The Maltese Falcon. His next book, The Thin Man, published in 1932, features the incomparable and charming sleuths Nick and Nora Charles. Dashiell Hammett's other popular books include Red Harvest, The Dain Curse and The Glass Key. His work also includes the Collected Files of the Continental Op, a compilation of short stories that were originally published in various pulp magazines including the Black Mask. Hammett's previous experience as an operative for the Pinkerton Detective Agency influenced his writing.

Date of Birth:

May 27, 1894

Date of Death:

January 10, 1961

Place of Birth:

St. Mary, Maryland

Place of Death:

New York

Education:

Baltimore Polytechnic Institute