Cain, James M
The Postman Always Rings -Twice, Double Indemnity, -Mildred Pierce, and -Selected Stories (Everyman's- Library Classics & -Contemporary Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780375414381
- author:
- Cain, James M
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Random House USA Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2003
- Pages:
- 632
- Dimensions:
- 21.3 x 13 x 3.5 centimetres (0.4
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Mystery & Detective, Hard-Boiled,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This collection of four novels and five short stories from James M. Cain is a masterclass in taut narrative and suspenseful storytelling. Cain's distinctive voice brings to life a world of blind passion, duplicity, and violence, as seen in his iconic novels The Postman Always Rings Twice and Double Indemnity, as well as the psychological tale of Mildred Pierce.
These novels have been immortalized in classic Hollywood films, and the included short stories have been out of print for decades, making this collection a rare opportunity to experience Cain's work in its entirety. With their electric narrative voice and explosive violence, these stories are sure to appeal to readers of the genre.
Featuring some of Cain's most iconic works, this collection is a must-have for fans of hard-boiled fiction and crime thrillers. With its unique blend of suspense, drama, and psychological insight, this book is a compelling read for anyone interested in the genre.
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