The Classic Collection of Noir Fiction is a compelling anthology that brings together forty-four novels and stories that define the noir genre. With contributions from legendary authors such as Dashiell Hammett, Raymond Chandler, and James M. Cain, this collection delves into the dark underbelly of society, exploring themes of crime, moral ambiguity, and the complexities of human nature. Readers will encounter iconic characters like the hard-boiled detective Philip Marlowe and the gritty Continental Op, navigating through shadowy alleys and seedy establishments. The collection features unforgettable tales, including "The Baby in the Icebox," which exemplifies the tension and suspense that noir fiction is renowned for. Each story is steeped in atmosphere, characterized by sharp dialogue, intricate plots, and a pervasive sense of doom. Contents: Dashiell Hammett Novels

Red Harvest

The Dain Curse Stories

Arson Plus

Slippery Fingers

Crooked Souls

It

Bodies Piled Up

The Tenth Clew

The House in Turk Street

The Girl with Silver Eyes

The Golden Horseshoe

Who Killed Bob Teal?

The Whosis Kid

The Scorched Face

Corkscrew

Dead Yellow Women

The Gutting of Couffignal

Creeping Siamese

The Big Knock-Over

$106,000 Blood Money

The Main Death

This King Business

Fly Paper

The Farewell Murder

Death and Company Raymond Chandler

The Long Goodbye

The Simple Art of Murder

The Man Who Liked Dogs

The Curtain

Try The Girl

Mandarin's Jade

Bay City Blues

No Crime In The Mountains

Finger Man

Goldfish James M. Cain

Pastorale

The Taking of Montfaucon

The Baby in the Icebox

Dead Man

The Birthday Party

Brush Fire

Coal Black

The Girl in the Storm

Money and the Woman

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