The Thin Man by Dashiell Hammett
This detective novel follows a retired private investigator, Nick Charles, who, while on a Christmas vacation in New York with his wife Nora, becomes embroiled in a murder investigation. The case involves a former client of his, Clyde Wynant, who has mysteriously disappeared after his secretary was found dead. As the investigation unfolds, Nick and Nora navigate a complex web of deceit, lies, and family drama, all while maintaining their witty banter and high-society lifestyle.
The 700th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1934
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- 58,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 31st on The Top 100 Mystery Novels of All Time (Mystery Writers of America)
- 1189th on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- As if You Don't Have Enough to Read, Fiction Edition (New York Times)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)