The Chill
by Macdonald, Ross
- Used
- very good
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Very Good/Very Good
- Seller
-
Beverly Hills, California, United States
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About This Item
Alfred A. Knopf, 1964. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. Published in New York by Alfred A. Knopf in 1964. First Edition stated on copyright page. Book very good, slightly shelf-cocked, bumped ends of spine, and minor fading to edges of both covers. DJ very good, minor wear at ends of spine, light chipping at top corners, front and edges of rear darkened, and minor soiling on rear. DJ price reads $3.95.
Synopsis
Ross Macdonald's real name was Kenneth Millar. Born near San Francisco and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia, Millar returned to the U.S. as a young man and published his first novel in 1944. Macdonald was a prolific writer and published numerous mystery novels. He was one of the few mystery writers whose books were taken seriously by literary critics during his time. His bestselling series of detective stories featuring private investigator Lew Archer began with The Moving Target in 1949. Lew Archer is characterized by a deep compassion for people in trouble and his reluctance to employ violent methods to resolve a conflict. Archer himself said "I have a secret passion for mercy. But justice is what keeps happening to people." Macdonald's stories are singular for their deep psychological insight and vivid metaphors and similes. He was elected president of the Mystery Writers of America and in 1974 was awarded their highest honor: the Grand Master Award. His approach to crime writing was heavily influenced by Raymond Chandler, with whom Macdonald shared the belief that a well-written mystery is as artistically valuable as any other type of literature.
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- Bookseller
- Bookbid Rare Books
(US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 0104327
- Title
- The Chill
- Author
- Macdonald, Ross
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Jacket Condition
- Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- Alfred A. Knopf
- Date Published
- 1964
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About Bookbid Rare Books
Bookbid Rare Books is a rare book dealer located in Beverly Hills, California. The family run company has sold modern literary first editions and children's books for over 20 years. Member of ABAA, ILAB.
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