Pearls are a Nuisance
“Pearls are a Nuisance” by Raymond Chandler, published by Penguin Books in 1989, is a collection that includes three short stories along with an essay. This edition features 198 pages and is presented in English. The central narrative follows Walter Gage, who is tasked by his fiancée to discreetly locate Mrs. Penruddock’s stolen pink pearls, which could cause embarrassment if revealed to be fakes.
Readers will find a blend of intrigue and wit in these stories, including “Finger Man” and “The King in Yellow.” The collection also includes Chandler’s essay “The Simple Art of Murder,” which provides insight into his perspective on crime fiction. This volume showcases Chandler’s distinctive style and storytelling, making it a notable addition to the genre of fiction.
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‘”Damn You, Eichelberger!” I said, and hit him with all my strength on the side of the jaw. He shook his head and his eyes seemed annoyed.’
Walter Gage is hired by his fiancee to find Mrs Penruddock’s stolen pink pearls. His investigations need to be discreet because it would be embarrassing if word gets out that they’re fakes…
‘Pearls are a Nuisance’ and two more brilliant short stories, ‘Finger Man’ and ‘The King in Yellow’, plus Chandler’s essay ‘The Simple Art of Murder’, make up this volume.
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