The High Window
The High Window by Raymond Chandler, published by Pan Books in 1979, is a mystery novel that delves into the complexities of crime and human nature. This edition spans 192 pages and is presented in English. The narrative centers around a wealthy Pasadena widow, her missing daughter-in-law, and a valuable gold coin, weaving a tale that uncovers dark themes of murder, blackmail, and exploitation.
Readers will find a gripping exploration of the private investigator genre as Marlowe navigates a web of deceit and danger. The story intricately portrays city life and the moral ambiguities faced by its characters. With its focus on crime and the human condition, this edition of The High Window offers a compelling look into Chandler’s distinctive style and storytelling.
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A wealthy Pasadena widow with a mean streak, a missing daughter-in-law with a past, and a gold coin worth a small fortune–the elements don’t quite add up until Marlowe discovers evidence of murder, rape, blackmail, and the worst kind of human exploitation.@@”Raymond Chandler is a star of the first magnitude.”– Erle Stanley Gardner@@”Raymond Chandler has given us a detective who is hard-boiled enough to be convincing . . . and that is no mean achievement.” — The New York Times
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