“The boy spoke two words, the first a short guttural verb, the second “you.”
Book:The Maltese Falcon
Quote by Dashiell Hammett
Work
The Maltese Falcon
Dashiell Hammett's 'The Maltese Falcon' is a seminal work in the genre of detective fiction. The story revolves around the pursuit of a rare, valuable falcon statuette by a private detective, Sam Spade, and his associates. The novel is renowned for its complex characters, intricate plot, and atmospheric narrative style. more
Author
Dashiell Hammett
Dashiell Hammett was an American author renowned for his hard-boiled detective novels. His works are characterized by complex plots and deep psychological descriptions, profoundly influencing the genre of detective fiction. more
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