Description
Shows signs of wear. Jacket may be torn, cover may have creases, pages have some writing and highlighting. May have some water damage. May be a former library book. If you are buying a box set item, the box may not be included.
This well-worn copy of “The High Window” by Raymond Chandler offers a glimpse into the gritty world of hardboiled detective fiction. Published in 1942, it was the third novel featuring Chandler’s iconic private eye, Philip Marlowe. Set in the seedy underbelly of Los Angeles, the story follows Marlowe as he investigates the case of a wealthy businessman’s blackmail. Chandler’s sharp prose and cynical wit capture the mood of the era, reflecting the disillusionment and moral ambiguity of post-war America. Despite its age and condition, this book remains a seminal work in the genre, influencing countless writers and filmmakers with its unflinching portrayal of corruption and human nature. For collectors and fans of noir fiction, this copy bears the marks of its journey through time, offering a tangible connection to a literary masterpiece that defined a generation.
