The classic collection of dashiell hammett. the continental op. novels and stories (25 books). illustrated

The Continental Op: Novels and Stories is a comprehensive and illustrated collection of 25 thrilling works by Dashiell Hammett, featuring the iconic Continental Op, one of the most celebrated characters in hard-boiled detective fiction. This expansive volume includes such classics as Red Harvest, The Dain Curse, Arson Plus, Slippery Fingers, Crooked Souls, and many more, showcasing Hammett's unparalleled ability to craft taut, suspenseful narratives.The Continental Op, a nameless and tough-as-nails investigator working for the Continental Detective Agency, takes on a series of gritty, high-stakes cases in the shadowy corners of crime-ridden cities. His investigations delve into a world of corruption, murder, and betrayal, where moral boundaries are often blurred, and the truth is elusive. Whether facing off against gangsters, solving complex puzzles, or exposing dark conspiracies, the Op is relentless in his pursuit of justice, even if it means getting his hands dirty.Hammett's signature writing style - sharp, direct, and laced with cynicism - permeates every story in this collection, with atmospheric details and complex characters driving each plot. Through the Op's eyes, readers are drawn into a gritty, morally ambiguous world where danger lurks around every corner.This collection is an essential read for fans of hard-boiled detective fiction and a perfect introduction to the works of Dashiell Hammett, one of the genre's most influential authors.Contents:NovelsRed HarvestThe Dain CurseStoriesArson PlusSlippery FingersCrooked SoulsItBodies Piled UpThe Tenth ClewThe House in Turk StreetThe Girl with Silver EyesThe Golden HorseshoeWho Killed Bob Teal?The Whosis KidThe Scorched FaceCorkscrewDead Yellow WomenThe Gutting of CouffignalCreeping SiameseThe Big Knock-Over$106,000 Blood MoneyThe Main DeathThis King BusinessFly PaperThe Farewell MurderDeath and Company