9781025501246 - straight crooks von fielding, howard (2 Ergebnisse)
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Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Straight Crooks' is a compelling crime novel that explores the complex morality of the criminal underworld in the early 20th century. Written by Howard Fielding, a master of the mystery genre during the pulp era, this work delves into the high-stakes world of theft, deception, and the unexpected ho…nor that can sometimes be found among those living outside the law. The narrative centers on the intriguing concept of the 'straight crook,' a character who navigates a life of crime while adhering to a personal code of ethics that often puts them at odds with both the police and their less scrupulous peers.Set against a backdrop of urban shadows and daring schemes, the story is filled with the sharp dialogue and suspenseful plotting that defined the detective fiction of the 1920s. As the protagonists face double-crosses and dangerous confrontations, Fielding weaves a web of intrigue that keeps the reader guessing until the very end. This work serves as a quintessential example of early American crime fiction, capturing the atmospheric tension and stylistic flair of its period. It remains a significant piece for readers interested in the evolution of the hardboiled genre and the literary history of the mystery thriller.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
