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Library of America. As New in As New dust jacket. 1995. Hardcover. 1883011078 . This book is like new; no remainder marks. Dustjacket in protective mylar sleeve. Inside pages are clean. ; Library Of America; 5.3 X 1.4 X 8.1 inches; 1216 pages .

NY: Library of America, 1995. 1st. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. Hardcover in a bright, unclipped dust jacket, 1199 pages, ribbon marker. In Raymond Chandler’s hands, the pulp crime story became a haunting mystery of power and corruption, set against a modern cityscape both lyrical and violent. Now Chandler joins the authoritative Library of America series in a comprehensive two-volume set displaying all the facets of his brilliant talent. In his first novel, The Big Sleep (1939), the classic private eye finds his full-fledged form as Philip Marlowe: at once tough, independent, brash, disillusioned, and sensitive—and man of weary honor threading his way (in Chandler’s phrase) “down these mean streets” among blackmailers, pornographers, and murderers for hire.In Farewell, My Lovely (1940), Chandler’s personal favorite among his novels, Marlowe’s search for a missing woman leads him from shanties and honky-tonks to the highest reaches of power, encountering an array of richly drawn… Read More

Library of America. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1995. First Edition. Hardcover. 1883011078 . Clean and pristine, with no signs of prior use or wear. This copy has a jacket as well as a ribbon placeholder. Fast shipping, with tracking number provided. ; Library Of America; 5.26 X 1.46 X 8.14 inches; 1216 pages .

Library of America, 1995-09-30. hardcover. Like New. 5x1x8. 1st edition, 1st printing. Minimal wear to covers. Text clean and unmarked. The binding is tight and square. Minimal wear to the dust jacket. Your satisfaction is guaranteed!

Library of America, 1995-10-01. Hardcover. New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title!