The Maltese Falcon
by Dashiell Hammett
The Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammett holds a well received rating of 3.92 out of 5, based on 58.7K reader ratings. First published in 1930. The book spans 213 pages.
About The Maltese Falcon
Sam Spade is hired by the fragrant Miss Wonderley to track down her sister, who has eloped with a louse called Floyd Thursby. But Miss Wonderley is in fact the beautiful and treacherous Brigid O'Shaughnessy, and when Spade's partner Miles Archer is shot while on Thursby's trail, Spade finds himself both hunter and hunted: can he track down the jewel-encrusted bird, a treasure worth killing for, before the Fat Man finds him?
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Dashiell Hammett |
| Published | 1930 |
| Pages | 213 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.92 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 58,742 |
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What genre is The Maltese Falcon?
The Maltese Falcon is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Classics, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Maltese Falcon worth reading?
Based on 58.7K reader ratings, The Maltese Falcon has an average score of 3.92 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is The Maltese Falcon?
The Maltese Falcon has 213 pages.
Who wrote The Maltese Falcon?
The Maltese Falcon was written by Dashiell Hammett. It was first published in 1930.
What is the ISBN for The Maltese Falcon?
The ISBN-13 for The Maltese Falcon is 9780752865330.0.
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