“I needed a drink, I needed a lot of life insurance, I needed a vacation, I needed a home in the country. What I had was a coat, a hat and a gun. I put them on and went out of the room.”
Quote by Raymond Chandler
Work
The World of Raymond Chandler: In His Own Words
The book includes letters, essays, and interviews, offering a comprehensive view of Chandler's thoughts on his work, the genre, and the era in which he wrote. more
Author
Raymond Chandler
Raymond Chandler was an American novelist renowned for his hard-boiled detective novels. His works are celebrated for their unique narrative style and profound insights into the criminal world. Chandler's most famous works include 'The Big Sleep' and 'Farewell, My Lovely'. more
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