Description
Discover the enchanting world of noir fiction with 'Playback', a classic Raymond Chandler mystery now available in an elegant B-format paperback. This compelling tale invites you into the tawdry neon wilderness of forties and fifties Los Angeles, where the hard-drinking and wise-cracking detective Phillip Marlowe embarks on a thrilling investigation that interweaves business with pleasure. When Marlowe is assigned to follow the enigmatic red-head Eleanor King, he soon finds that her charm masks a whirlwind of intrigue, blackmail, and ultimately, murder. Set against the backdrop of a gritty city filled with secrets, 'Playback' not only captivates readers with its gripping plot but also showcases Chandler's distinctive prose that has influenced countless writers in the mystery genre. The book features 208 pages of riveting storytelling from the legendary Penguin UK publisher. Perfect for mystery aficionados and new readers alike, this reissued classic is an essential addition to your literary collection. Immerse yourself in the thrilling escapades of Marlowe today and understand why he's one of the most beloved characters in fictional detective history. Order now to experience a journey of deception wrapped in the allure of classic crime, delivered right to your door. Fast and reliable delivery options are available to ensure you can start reading without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241956250
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2011
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 208
Description:
The classic Chandler mystery - reissued now in B format
Stalking the tawdry neon wilderness of forties and fifties Los Angeles, Raymond Chandler's hard-drinking, wise-cracking Phillip Marlowe is one of the world's most famous fictional detectives.
'Playback' finds Marlowe mixing business with pleasure - getting paid to follow a mysterious and lovely red-head named Eleanor King. And wherever Miss King goes, trouble seems to follow. But she's easy on the eye and Marlowe's happy to do as he's told, all in the name of chivalry, of course. But one dead body later and what started out as a lazy afternoon's snooping soon becomes a deadly cocktail of blackmail, lies, mistaken identity - and murder . . .
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241956250
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2011
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 208
Description:
The classic Chandler mystery - reissued now in B format
Stalking the tawdry neon wilderness of forties and fifties Los Angeles, Raymond Chandler's hard-drinking, wise-cracking Phillip Marlowe is one of the world's most famous fictional detectives.
'Playback' finds Marlowe mixing business with pleasure - getting paid to follow a mysterious and lovely red-head named Eleanor King. And wherever Miss King goes, trouble seems to follow. But she's easy on the eye and Marlowe's happy to do as he's told, all in the name of chivalry, of course. But one dead body later and what started out as a lazy afternoon's snooping soon becomes a deadly cocktail of blackmail, lies, mistaken identity - and murder . . .